H 2840
An Act relative to 911 emergency communicators
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to include 911 emergency communicators (also known as public safety telecommunicators) within the scope of the ‘heart bill,’ a Massachusetts law that provides certain protections to workers in specific industries. The bill aims to ensure these essential workers receive similar protections and benefits as those covered under the existing legislation. It’s intended to recognize the demanding nature of their jobs and provide additional support.
Key provisions
- Includes 911 emergency communicators within the definition of ‘covered workers’ under the heart bill.
- Allows 911 emergency communicators to access certain protections and benefits currently available to other covered workers.
- Addresses the need for recognizing the unique challenges faced by these public safety professionals.
Who is affected
- 911 emergency communicators
- Massachusetts residents who rely on 911 services
- The public safety telecommunications industry
Notable changes
- Expands the ‘heart bill’ to encompass a previously unaddressed group of workers.
- Potentially provides additional legal protections and benefits to 911 operators.
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Primary sponsor
Judith A. Garcia
Cosponsors
Jack Patrick Lewis
Judith A. Garcia
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.2840 194th (Current)
An Act relative to 911 emergency communicators
By Representatives Garcia of Chelsea and Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2840) of Judith A. Garcia for legislation to include 911 emergency communicators in the heart law, so-called. Public Service.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Judith A. Garcia , Jack Patrick Lewis Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2840
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/11/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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