An Act relative to retired teachers supporting public education
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Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to place limitations on the earnings and hours that certain retired teachers in Massachusetts can engage in. The bill’s emergency preamble indicates a concern about the potential delay in addressing the needs of retired teachers within the state. It aims to ensure retired teachers do not have excessive income sources that could impact public education funding.
Key provisions
- Limits on earnings for retired teachers.
- Restrictions on the number of hours retired teachers can work.
- Addresses concerns regarding retired teachers’ supplemental income.
- The bill is presented as an emergency measure.
- Related to the financial situation of retired teachers.
- Aims to support public education funding.
- Specifically targets certain retired teachers.
- Requires a study order (H5312) to further examine the issue.
Who is affected
- Retired teachers in Massachusetts
- Public education system
- Teachers' unions
- State government
- Pension recipients
Notable changes
- The bill introduces restrictions on earnings and hours for retired teachers.
- It is framed as an emergency measure, suggesting a pressing need.
- It is related to previous legislation concerning retired teachers’ benefits (S.1288, S.1042, H.2354, H.2278, H.2313).
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