An Act relative to veterans' buyback
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to provide a second opportunity for veterans who missed the initial 180-day window to purchase a retirement buyback from the state system. It allows veterans who initially failed to make the purchase within the specified timeframe to apply one final time. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Public Service and subsequently the Senate Ways and Means committee. This legislation addresses a potential barrier to retirement buyback access for eligible veterans.
Key provisions
- Veterans who missed the initial 180-day buyback deadline can apply.
- The retirement system will grant a one-time opportunity for these veterans.
- The bill applies to veterans who previously failed to make a retirement buyback purchase.
- The application process is handled by the retirement system.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Public Service and then the Senate Ways and Means committee.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Massachusetts Retirement System
- State Government
Notable changes
- Extends the timeframe for veterans to participate in the retirement buyback program.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
Cosponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
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