S 1832
An Act allowing Wayne Estes, a retired member of the Massachusetts DDS, an accidental disability retirement option
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Bill overview
This bill grants Wayne Estes, a retired member of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), the option to receive an ‘accidental disability retirement.’ This means he can retire due to unforeseen health issues that develop after his initial retirement, similar to how public employees with other disabilities can retire. The bill addresses a specific situation involving Mr. Estes and aims to provide a pathway for similar circumstances to be handled consistently within the DDS system. It builds upon previous attempts to establish this option.
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Peter J. Durant
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Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.1832 194th (Current)
An Act allowing Wayne Estes, a retired member of the Massachusetts DDS, an accidental disability retirement option
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1832) of Peter J. Durant for legislation to allow Wayne Estes, a retired member of the Massachusetts DDS, an accidental disability retirement option. Public Service.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Peter J. Durant Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1832
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 10/30/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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