Bill > S1367

This bill proposes to amend Section 3(g) of Chapter 32 of the Massachusetts General Laws, which pertains to the contributory retirement system for public employees, by adding specific building trades positions at public higher education institutions to Group 4. Group 4 is a classification within the retirement system that typically includes employees whose duties involve significant physical labor or hazardous conditions, often leading to earlier retirement eligibility. The bill specifically lists titles such as Power Plant Plumber/Steamfitter, various Power Plant Engineer roles, Metal Worker, Maintenance Foreman, HVAC/R Mechanic, and Elevator Repairman, among others, to be included in this group, thereby potentially altering their retirement rights and benefits based on their service in these capacities.