S 2220
An Act to promote public payroll transparency
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase transparency regarding the salaries of public employees in Massachusetts. It would require the disclosure of payroll information, including salary levels, benefits, and other compensation details, for certain public sector employees. The goal is to provide greater public access to information about government compensation. This would allow for increased accountability and public scrutiny of public employee pay.
Key provisions
- Requires the disclosure of public employee payroll information.
- Specifies which public sector employees are covered by the disclosure requirements.
- Establishes a process for accessing and reviewing the disclosed payroll data.
- Defines the format and frequency of payroll disclosures.
- Creates a mechanism for public comment on the disclosed information.
- Addresses potential privacy concerns related to the disclosure of employee data.
- Mandates the creation of a public database containing the payroll information.
- Requires agencies to provide training on transparency requirements.
Who is affected
- Public Employees
- Massachusetts Residents
- State Government Agencies
- The Public
- Legislators
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.2220 194th (Current)
An Act to promote public payroll transparency
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2220) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to promote public payroll transparency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means Special Attachments: Committee - Senate members vote
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2220
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/7/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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