Massachusetts H2844 amends death benefits for surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters.
Massachusetts H2844 amends the death benefits for surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters by expanding eligibility to include children over 19 who are physically or mentally incapacitated. It also changes the premium rate for these benefits to match that of retirees within the governmental unit. This bill seeks to ensure that surviving family members receive adequate support in the event of a firefighter's death.
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