Bill > H2939

This bill provides special pension and benefits provisions for Misael Rodriguez, a Springfield police officer who was severely injured during a violent felonious assault on November 5, 2020. The bill requires the Springfield retirement board to increase Rodriguez's accidental disability retirement allowance to the full salary he would have received had he continued serving as a police officer, with all such payments being non-taxable to the extent possible under law. Additionally, the bill ensures that upon reaching mandatory retirement age, Rodriguez will receive a pension equal to 80% of his annual compensation, and provides for comprehensive medical expense reimbursement for injuries sustained during his service. The bill also includes provisions for his spouse to receive a 75% annuity upon his death, and in the event both Rodriguez and his spouse die before their children reach 18, the pension benefits will be distributed to surviving children under specific conditions. These provisions are designed to support Rodriguez and his family following his severe on-duty injury, offering financial security and medical coverage that goes beyond standard retirement and disability benefits. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and is specifically tailored to Rodriguez's unique circumstances.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2939