An Act to provide fair wages to employees of public institutions of higher education
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase wages and benefits for employees working at Massachusetts public colleges and universities. It seeks to establish a minimum wage and improve overall compensation packages for these workers. The legislation intends to address concerns about low pay and inadequate benefits within the higher education sector. Supporters argue that fair wages will attract and retain qualified staff, ultimately benefiting students and the institutions themselves.
Key provisions
- Establishes a minimum wage for employees of public institutions of higher education.
- Requires institutions to provide a cost-of-living adjustment to employee wages.
- Expands benefits packages offered to employees.
- Directs the Department of Higher Education to study and report on the impact of these changes.
Who is affected
- Employees of public colleges and universities in Massachusetts
- Students at public colleges and universities in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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Sponsors
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25 on record
Primary sponsor
Andres X. Vargas
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
Christopher Richard Flanagan
Danillo A. Sena
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