Bill > H2830

This bill amends Chapter 32 of the General Laws to expand the definition of creditable service for certain emergency responders. Specifically, the bill allows time served as a call firefighter, emergency medical technician (EMT), or police dispatcher to be counted towards creditable service, but only if the individual was compensated for that service. Creditable service is typically used in calculating retirement benefits, pension eligibility, or other employment-related calculations. By including these specific emergency response roles, the bill recognizes the important work of part-time or volunteer emergency personnel and ensures they can receive proper credit for their service when determining employment benefits. This change would potentially help these critical public safety workers by providing additional recognition and potential financial benefits for their time serving their communities.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2830