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This bill modifies the Massachusetts state retirement system by expanding the definition of Group 4, which typically includes higher-risk public safety positions. Specifically, the bill adds the secretary and undersecretaries of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to Group 4, but with a key condition: they must have previously served in a Group 3 or 4 designated position for at least 24 consecutive months before becoming secretary or undersecretary. Group 4 in the state retirement system generally covers positions with higher retirement benefits due to the physically demanding or dangerous nature of the work, such as police officers, firefighters, and certain other public safety professionals. By adding these executive-level public safety officials to Group 4, the bill recognizes their extensive experience in high-risk public safety roles and ensures they receive retirement benefits commensurate with their career service.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2747