An Act expanding the definition of dependent for the purposes of municipal employee benefits as to the city of Cambridge
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill expands the definition of ‘dependent’ for purposes of municipal employee benefits specifically within the city of Cambridge, Massachusetts. It amends existing rules to allow more individuals to be included as dependents on employee benefit plans. The bill was approved by the city council and has been referred to the House Committee on Public Service and subsequently the House Steering, Policy and Scheduling committee.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘dependent’ for municipal employee benefits.
- Specifically applies to the city of Cambridge.
- Requires a review of existing benefit plans to incorporate the changes.
- Allows for a broader range of individuals to be eligible as dependents.
- The bill was previously introduced and approved by the city council.
Who is affected
- City of Cambridge municipal employees
- Employees of the city of Cambridge
- Families of city of Cambridge employees
- The City of Cambridge
Notable changes
- Modifies the current definition of ‘dependent’ for employee benefits.
- Applies only to the city of Cambridge, not statewide.
- Requires adjustments to existing benefit plans.
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