An Act relative to supporting social workers
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to improve benefits and support for social workers in Massachusetts. Specifically, it aims to provide financial assistance to the surviving spouses of social workers who die in the line of duty. The bill also directs a study to examine the broader needs of social workers within the state. It is intended to recognize the important work social workers perform and provide greater security for their families.
Key provisions
- Provides pensions to surviving spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers killed in the line of duty.
- Directs a study to examine the needs of social workers in Massachusetts.
- Addresses benefits for social workers.
Who is affected
- Social workers
- Spouses of social workers
- Department of Children and Families
Notable changes
- Initiates a study on the needs of social workers.
- Expands pension benefits for surviving spouses.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
David Paul Linsky
Cosponsors
David Paul Linsky
James B. Eldridge
John Francis Moran
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