An Act relative to retirement reporting
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the circumstances under which retirees in Massachusetts may lose their pension eligibility due to criminal convictions. It requires the Department of Transitional Services to investigate and report on cases where a retiree’s pension was terminated or reduced as a result of a criminal conviction, aiming to ensure consistent application of pension rules. The bill seeks to clarify the process and provide greater transparency regarding these decisions. Specifically, it mandates reporting requirements to the legislature.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Transitional Services to investigate pension terminations related to criminal convictions.
- Mandates reporting of cases to the legislature.
- Aims to ensure consistent application of pension rules regarding criminal convictions.
- Focuses on providing transparency in pension eligibility decisions.
Who is affected
- Retired state employees
- Pension recipients
- The Department of Transitional Services
- The Massachusetts Legislature
Notable changes
- Establishes a reporting requirement for pension terminations linked to criminal convictions.
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