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MA S1656
MA S1656Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the effects of the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset in Massachusetts
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the effects of the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset in Massachusetts. Public Service.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study the effects of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) on Massachusetts public employees who are members of a contributory retirement system. The commission will also look at creating an education plan on these social security offset programs and their effects, as well as exploring ways for employees to recoup lost benefits through the state's Deferred Compensation Save Money and Retire Tomorrow Plan. The commission will consist of members from the state Senate and House of Representatives, as well as the state Treasurer or their designee. The commission is required to report their findings and recommendations to the state legislature by June 27, 2025.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2610 (on 02/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1656 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1656.pdf |
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