An Act to JBCC FD retirement buy-back
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to allow retired firefighters from the federal fire department at the Otis Air National Guard Base to receive credit for their service with the state’s retirement system. Specifically, it would authorize the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to these individuals. The bill is part of a series of proposals related to ‘buy-back’ programs for public safety personnel. It was referred to the House Committee on Public Service and subsequently the House Ways and Means Committee.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service.
- Applies to retired firefighters from the federal fire department at the Otis Air National Guard Base.
- Addresses service with the Massachusetts state retirement system.
- Part of a broader effort to provide buy-back opportunities for public safety personnel.
Who is affected
- Retired firefighters
- Federal Fire Department personnel at Otis Air National Guard Base
- State Retirement Board
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Provides a mechanism for recognizing prior service for a specific group of retired firefighters.
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Sponsors
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4 on record
Primary sponsor
Patrick Joseph Kearney
Cosponsors
David T. Vieira
Patrick Joseph Kearney
Steven George Xiarhos
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