An Act relative to credible service for VISTA volunteers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish credible service for Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) volunteers upon completion of their service. Currently, VISTA volunteers do not receive credit for their service towards retirement benefits. This legislation seeks to amend existing law to allow VISTA volunteers to accrue credible service hours, which could be used towards retirement eligibility.
Key provisions
- Allows VISTA volunteers to accrue credible service hours.
- Defines ‘credible service’ for VISTA volunteers.
- Specifies how these hours would be calculated and applied to retirement benefits.
- Addresses the recognition of VISTA service for retirement purposes.
Who is affected
- Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) volunteers
- The Massachusetts Retirement System
- Individuals seeking retirement benefits
Notable changes
- Creates a new category of ‘credible service’ for VISTA volunteers.
- Modifies existing retirement benefit rules to include VISTA service.
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Primary sponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
Cosponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
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