Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H2856 — An Act relative to line-of-duty death and survivor benefits

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill addresses benefits for survivors of public safety officials who die in the line of duty.

The bill establishes survivor benefits for families of public service workers who pass away while performing their duties. It aims to provide financial support during a difficult time for those left behind.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families of deceased public safety workers will have access to crucial benefits to support them in their time of need.

Summary

An Act relative to line-of-duty death and survivor benefits

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Subjects

public-safety veterans
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Frequently asked questions

What does H2856 do?
An Act relative to line-of-duty death and survivor benefits
Who sponsors H2856?
H2856 is sponsored by Richard M. Haggerty (Democrat).
What is the current status of H2856?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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