An Act relative to the retirement classification of licensed drinking water operators
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish a formal retirement classification system for licensed drinking water operators in Massachusetts. Currently, there isn’t a standardized process for these operators to transition to retirement, leading to potential inconsistencies and challenges. The bill aims to create a clear and defined pathway for retirement, ensuring continued expertise and stability within the drinking water sector. It will likely involve establishing criteria and procedures for eligible operators to retire while maintaining their professional standing.
Key provisions
- Establishes a retirement classification system for licensed drinking water operators.
- Defines criteria for eligibility for retirement.
- Outlines procedures for transitioning to retirement.
- Aims to ensure continued expertise within the drinking water sector.
- May include requirements for continuing education or mentorship.
- Could establish a registry of retired operators.
- Potentially addresses issues related to maintaining qualified personnel.
- Likely to involve a review of current practices and potential policy changes.
Who is affected
- Licensed drinking water operators in Massachusetts
- The drinking water sector in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
- Retirees seeking to transition from their roles
- Future drinking water operators
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16 on record
Primary sponsor
Steven George Xiarhos
Cosponsors
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
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