An Act to include teachers from the Springfield Empowerment Zone in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow teachers working in the Springfield Empowerment Zone to become members of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System. Currently, teachers in this zone are not eligible for the same retirement benefits as teachers in other districts across the state. The legislation aims to provide these educators with access to the same retirement security as their colleagues. It seeks to equalize retirement benefits for teachers in Springfield.
Key provisions
- Authorizes teachers employed by the Springfield Empowerment Zone to join the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System.
- Extends retirement benefits to teachers currently working in the Springfield Empowerment Zone.
- Requires approval from the Joint Committee on Public Service.
- Addresses a disparity in retirement benefits for teachers in Springfield.
Who is affected
- Teachers in the Springfield Empowerment Zone
- Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System members
- The Springfield Empowerment Zone
Notable changes
- Creates a new category of teachers eligible for the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System.
- Potentially expands the membership base of the retirement system.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Alice Hanlon Peisch
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