An Act to ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers
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Overview
This bill aims to establish equal pay for county sheriffs’ correction officers and jail officers in Massachusetts. Currently, these officers may not receive the same compensation as other similar roles within the criminal justice system. The legislation seeks to address this disparity and ensure fair compensation for these essential public safety personnel.
Key provisions
- Requires county sheriffs to provide equal pay for correction officers and jail officers.
- Addresses potential pay inequities between these roles and other comparable positions.
- Focuses on ensuring fair compensation for those working in county correctional facilities.
- The bill is intended to standardize pay scales within the county sheriff’s departments.
Who is affected
- County Sheriffs’ Correction Officers
- Jail Officers
- County Sheriffs
- Massachusetts State Employees
- Criminal Justice System Personnel
Notable changes
- Addresses potential pay disparities within county correctional facilities.
- No specific changes to existing retirement benefits are mentioned.
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