Bill > H2752

This bill modifies existing Massachusetts law (Chapter 32 of the General Laws) to allow police officers and firefighters to work beyond the current mandatory retirement age of 65. Specifically, the bill provides that members of these public service professions can now choose to continue working until age 67, with the condition that their appointment must be approved by their hiring authority. This change provides additional flexibility for police and fire professionals who wish to extend their careers, potentially allowing municipalities to retain experienced personnel and giving individual workers more control over their retirement timeline. The bill represents a targeted expansion of retirement age limits for these critical public safety roles, recognizing that some individuals may be capable and willing to continue serving their communities beyond the previous mandatory retirement age.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2752