Bill > S1839

This bill proposes changes to Chapter 32 of the Massachusetts General Laws, which governs public employee retirement, specifically modifying provisions related to post-retirement employment earnings. The bill removes the current limitation that restricts retired public employees from working more than 960 hours in a calendar year and eliminates language that tracks the number of days or hours worked by retirees. Additionally, the bill removes a provision that previously prevented retirees from being employed if their total hours exceeded 1,200 in a year. These changes effectively remove existing caps on post-retirement work hours, potentially allowing retired public employees more flexibility in returning to work or supplementing their retirement income without strict hour limitations. The modifications appear designed to provide greater employment opportunities for public retirees while potentially helping address workforce needs in public sector organizations.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1839