Bill > S2651

This bill establishes a special sick leave bank for Jeffrey Yacinthe, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, which allows other employees in the department to voluntarily donate their sick, personal, or vacation days to support Yacinthe during a period of illness or disability. Under this legislation, employees can contribute one or more days to a dedicated leave bank specifically for Yacinthe's use, with the understanding that these donated days can only be used for absences directly related to the specific illness or disability that prompted the bank's creation. If Yacinthe either leaves his employment or requests to end the sick leave bank, any remaining donated days will be transferred to the department's general paid leave bank. This type of legislation is designed to provide support for employees facing significant medical challenges by allowing their colleagues to share their accumulated leave time, demonstrating a form of workplace solidarity and compassionate support during personal health crises.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2651