Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H2821 — An Act to provide pensions to surviving spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers killed in the line of duty

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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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

In plain language

This bill provides pensions to surviving spouses of certain social workers killed on the job.

The bill establishes a pension program for the spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers who are killed while performing their duties. This aims to offer financial support to families affected by such tragedies.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means surviving spouses of fallen social workers will receive financial support through pensions.

Summary

An Act to provide pensions to surviving spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers killed in the line of duty

Bill Text

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How this bill changes current law

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The bill extends eligibility for a benefit to social workers at the Department of Children and Families starting January 1, 2023.

  • Chapter 32, Section 100

    Effective January 1, 2023, social workers at the Department of Children and Families shall be eligible for this benefit. The Massachusetts State Board of Retirement shall promulgate regulations under which conditions a DCF social worker can be eligible.

    This addition establishes eligibility criteria for certain state social workers regarding a specific benefit.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What does H2821 do?
An Act to provide pensions to surviving spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers killed in the line of duty
Who sponsors H2821?
H2821 is sponsored by Tricia Farley-Bouvier (Democrat).
What is the current status of H2821?
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.
Where can I track H2821?
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