H2914
An Act relative to veteran judges' pensions
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish and improve the pension benefits for veteran judges in Massachusetts. It aims to ensure that these judges receive adequate retirement income based on their years of service. The legislation is currently under consideration by the Public Service committee and has been accompanied by a study order to examine the existing system and potential improvements. Similar bills have been proposed in the past, indicating an ongoing interest in addressing this issue.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for veteran judges' pensions.
- Addresses the adequacy of current pension benefits.
- May include provisions for increased retirement income.
- Likely involves a review of the existing pension system for veteran judges.
Who is affected
- Veteran Judges in Massachusetts
- The Judicial Branch
- Pension recipients
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar proposals, suggesting a recurring concern about veteran judges' pensions.
- A study order has been attached to the bill, indicating a need for further examination of the current system.
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Bill H.2914 194th (Current)
An Act relative to veteran judges' pensions
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2914) of Paul McMurtry relative to veteran judges' pensions. Public Service.
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Presenter: Paul McMurtry
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2914
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 7/8/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/30/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27) |
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