An Act relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the Soldiers' Homes
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish retirement benefits for dedicated care givers working at the Soldiers’ Homes in Massachusetts. Currently, these care givers do not have a formal retirement plan, and this legislation aims to address this gap by providing them with a pathway to a secure retirement. The bill proposes a system for accruing retirement benefits based on years of service, ensuring these essential workers receive adequate compensation for their contributions. It builds upon previous attempts to establish similar benefits.
Key provisions
- Establishes a retirement benefit system for care givers at Soldiers’ Homes.
- Benefits are accrued based on years of service.
- The bill aims to provide a retirement plan for care givers currently without one.
- It addresses a lack of formal retirement benefits for this workforce.
Who is affected
- Care givers at Soldiers’ Homes
- Massachusetts State Employees
- Senior Care Workers
Notable changes
- Builds upon prior attempts to create retirement benefits for Soldiers’ Home care givers.
- Addresses a historical lack of retirement provisions for this specific group.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Judith A. Garcia
Cosponsor
Judith A. Garcia
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