An Act providing for disability and death benefits for explosive device canine handlers and bomb technicians
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish disability and death benefits for explosive device canine handlers and bomb technicians in Massachusetts. Specifically, it addresses potential benefits related to cancer diagnoses. The bill seeks to provide support for individuals in these roles who may develop certain cancers as a result of their work. It builds upon previous attempts to address this issue.
Key provisions
- Provides disability benefits to canine handlers and bomb technicians with cancer.
- Provides death benefits to the families of canine handlers and bomb technicians who die from cancer.
- Addresses cancer as a condition qualifying for benefits.
- Relates to retirement benefits for affected individuals.
- Builds upon prior legislation addressing similar concerns.
- The bill was referred to the Committee on Public Service and subsequently reported.
- The bill was accompanied by a study order (H5312).
- The bill was Senate concurred.
Who is affected
- Explosive device canine handlers
- Bomb technicians
- Families of deceased handlers/technicians
- Massachusetts residents
- Public Safety Personnel
Notable changes
- Expands existing benefits to include cancer-related conditions.
- Addresses a specific occupational hazard for public safety personnel.
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