H2908

Souza's Law - Change MassDOT Highway workers from Group 1 to Group 4

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2908 proposes to reclassify MassDOT highway workers from Group 1 to Group 4 in the contributory retirement system.

Massachusetts H2908, also known as Souza's Law, seeks to amend the Massachusetts General Laws to change the classification of certain highway workers within the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) from Group 1 to Group 4 in the contributory retirement system. This change aims to adjust the retirement benefits and contributions for these workers, potentially impacting their retirement security and financial planning. The bill is named in honor of Souza and is supported by multiple legislators from various districts.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 6, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Service Hearing

Oct 6, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Service Hearing

History

Apr 13

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27)

Dec 18, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Dec 18, 2025

House

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