Massachusetts S1854 authorizes local governments to adjust retirement benefits for public employees.

Massachusetts S1854 allows municipalities and public authorities to change retirement benefits for public employees by altering their group classification. This change requires approval from city councils, boards of selectmen, or governing boards, depending on the type of local government. The bill specifies different approval processes for cities with Plan D or Plan E charters and other cities. The changes do not affect existing retirement benefits unless approved by the appropriate local authority.

Massachusetts S1854 authorizes local governments to adjust retirement benefits for public employees.

Massachusetts S1854 allows municipalities and public authorities to change retirement benefits for public employees by altering their group classification. This change requires approval from city councils, boards of selectmen, or governing boards, depending on the type of local government. The bill specifies different approval processes for cities with Plan D or Plan E charters and other cities. The changes do not affect existing retirement benefits unless approved by the appropriate local authority.