S2907
An Act establishing credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a system of ‘credible service’ that allows eligible police officers and firefighters in Massachusetts to purchase additional credit toward their retirement benefits. It aims to provide a financial incentive for these public safety professionals to contribute to their retirement savings. The bill was referred to the committee on Public Service and subsequently passed the House of Representatives and Senate, leading to a scheduled hearing.
Key provisions
- Allows eligible police officers and firefighters to purchase additional retirement credits.
- Provides a mechanism for purchasing creditable service.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Public Service.
- The bill passed the House of Representatives and Senate.
- A hearing was scheduled for January 27, 2026.
Who is affected
- Police officers
- Firefighters
- Massachusetts public safety personnel
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Primary sponsor
Pavel M. Payano
Cosponsor
Pavel M. Payano
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Bill S.2907 194th (Current)
An Act establishing credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2907) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to establish credible service for eligible police officers and firefighters. Public Service.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Pavel M. Payano
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.2907
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/31/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 8/7/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended |
| 8/7/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 1/12/2026 | House | House concurred |
| 1/17/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 01/27/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 1/27/2026 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 01/27/2026 from 01:00 PM-01:15 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 3/19/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3019 |
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