Bill > S1321

This bill amends Section 148 of Chapter 149 of the Massachusetts General Laws, which is part of the state's wage regulations. Specifically, the bill modifies an existing paragraph that describes exceptions to wage payment rules. The amendment removes previous language about exemptions and replaces it with a new provision that clarifies that the wage section does not apply to two specific types of workers: (1) employees of a co-operative association who are shareholders, unless they specifically request weekly payment, and (2) casual employees working for the commonwealth, county, city, or town government. While the bill's title suggests protections for hospital workers, the actual text does not explicitly mention hospital workers or make specific provisions for them. The amendment appears to be a technical adjustment to existing wage law definitions and exemptions, potentially streamlining how certain types of workers are treated under state wage regulations.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1321