An Act providing for line-of-duty death benefits for firefighters
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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 aims to establish a system for providing death benefits to firefighters who die in the line of duty. It seeks to ensure that surviving family members receive financial support following the loss of a firefighter. The bill also includes provisions for property tax exemptions for the surviving family members of these fallen heroes. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to improve benefits for public safety personnel.
Key provisions
- Provides death benefits to firefighters who die in the line of duty.
- Offers financial support to surviving family members.
- Includes property tax exemptions for surviving family members.
- Addresses similar legislation previously introduced.
- Referenced to the House Committee on Revenue.
- Scheduled for a hearing on June 24, 2025.
- Reported favorably by the committee.
- Read second and ordered to a third reading.
Who is affected
- Firefighters
- Families of firefighters who die in the line of duty
- Taxpayers (due to property tax exemptions)
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Expands benefits to include firefighters.
- Introduces property tax exemptions for surviving family members.
- Builds upon previous legislation addressing similar issues.
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