H2812

To provide fair and affordable public retiree benefits

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2812 amends retiree benefits by adjusting contribution percentages and out-of-pocket costs for public employees.

Massachusetts H2812 modifies public retiree benefits by adjusting contribution percentages and out-of-pocket costs for public employees. The bill sets the maximum out-of-pocket costs for individual and family coverage under group health insurance plans. It also adjusts contribution percentages for governmental units to health premiums for retired employees, with specific provisions for those who retire before changes take effect. The bill includes phased implementation, with different sections taking effect at various dates from 2025 to 2043.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 17, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Service Hearing

Sep 17, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Service Hearing

History

Mar 30

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)

Sep 17, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Sep 17, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order