An Act relative to credible service for VISTA volunteers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish ‘credible service’ for volunteers who participate in the Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) program. Specifically, it aims to recognize VISTA volunteers’ service as equivalent to that of other public service professionals for purposes of retirement benefits. The bill would allow VISTA volunteers to receive credit toward retirement accounts based on their service hours, similar to those earned by other public sector employees. This would provide a benefit to VISTA volunteers upon completion of their service commitments.
Key provisions
- Recognizes VISTA volunteer service as ‘credible service’ for retirement purposes.
- Allows VISTA volunteers to accrue retirement credits based on hours served.
- Mirrors retirement credit eligibility for other public service professionals.
- Addresses the retirement benefits for VISTA volunteers.
Who is affected
- Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) participants
- Retirement systems in Massachusetts
- Individuals seeking retirement benefits
Notable changes
- Creates a new category of ‘credible service’ specifically for VISTA volunteers.
- Expands retirement eligibility for VISTA volunteers beyond existing provisions.
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Primary sponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
Cosponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
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