An Act relative to accidental disability retirement for police officers and firefighters
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill aims to clarify and standardize the process for police officers and firefighters to receive accidental disability retirement benefits in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure consistent application of existing laws and potentially address ambiguities regarding eligibility and the types of accidents covered. The legislation intends to provide greater certainty for these public safety personnel regarding their retirement options in cases of accidental disability.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘accidental disability’ for purposes of retirement.
- Clarifies the types of accidents that qualify for accidental disability retirement.
- Establishes a process for determining eligibility based on medical evidence.
- Addresses potential inconsistencies in the application of existing regulations.
- May include provisions related to the review of claims for accidental disability.
Who is affected
- Police Officers
- Firefighters
- Massachusetts State Employees
- Municipalities (through their police and fire departments)
Notable changes
- The bill likely aims to standardize the definition of ‘accidental disability’ across different departments and agencies.
- It may provide greater clarity regarding the types of injuries that qualify for benefits.
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