S 1877
An Act relative to the cancer presumption for police officers
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Bill overview
This bill, sponsored by Joan B. Lovely, proposed to establish a cancer presumption for police officers in Massachusetts. It aimed to recognize the increased risk of certain cancers faced by law enforcement due to occupational hazards and exposure. The bill sought to streamline the process for officers to receive workers' compensation benefits for cancers linked to their jobs. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the legislature.
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Joan B. Lovely
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Joan B. Lovely
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