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MA S1615

MA S1615
Relative to employees of the Commonwealth who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments


summary

Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to benefits of employees who are required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments. Public Service.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 32, Section 3(2)(g) of the existing law to expand the definition of Group 2 employees. The key provisions include adding the following groups of Commonwealth employees to Group 2: those required to respond to emergencies or work in hazardous environments, such as those handling hazardous materials, working in laboratories with dangerous substances, using scuba diving equipment, or engaged in homeland security, MEMA, and emergency response duties. This allows these employees to qualify for certain benefits and retirement provisions reserved for Group 2 members.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2610 (on 02/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1615
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1615.pdf
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