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H 4514

An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Candy J. Pike, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS)

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Ryan Fattman and 2 co-sponsors

Bill H 4514 creates a sick leave bank for Candy J. Pike, allowing DDS employees to voluntarily donate leave days to support her during her illness.

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2025
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Bill Summary · H 4514

Summary of Bill H 4514: An Act Establishing a Sick Leave Bank for Candy J. Pike

Purpose and Intent

Bill H 4514 aims to establish a sick leave bank specifically for Candy J. Pike, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). The bill is designed to provide a mechanism for other employees to voluntarily contribute their sick, personal, or vacation days to support Ms. Pike during her time of need due to illness or disability.

Key Provisions

  • Sick Leave Bank Creation: The DDS is mandated to create a sick leave bank for Candy J. Pike.
  • Voluntary Contributions: Employees of the DDS can voluntarily donate one or more of their sick, personal, or vacation days to the sick leave bank.
  • Usage Restrictions: The sick leave bank days can only be used for absences directly related to the illness or disability that necessitated the establishment of the bank.
  • Dissolution of the Bank: If Candy J. Pike either terminates her employment or requests the dissolution of the sick leave bank, any remaining days in the bank will be transferred to the extended illness leave bank.

Affected Parties

  • Candy J. Pike: The primary beneficiary of the sick leave bank, who will receive support through the donated leave days.
  • Department of Developmental Services Employees: Employees who choose to contribute to the sick leave bank will be directly involved in supporting Ms. Pike.
  • Department of Developmental Services: The agency responsible for administering the sick leave bank and ensuring compliance with the provisions outlined in the bill.

Procedural Aspects

  • Emergency Law Declaration: The bill was declared an emergency law, indicating the immediate need for its provisions to take effect without delay.
  • Legislative Timeline:
    • Introduced on September 4, 2025.
    • Passed through various legislative stages, including committee reviews and readings, before being enacted on November 3, 2025.
    • Signed by the Governor on November 10, 2025, and became Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2025.

Conclusion

Bill H 4514 establishes a sick leave bank for Candy J. Pike, allowing her colleagues at the DDS to support her during a challenging time. By enabling voluntary contributions of sick leave, the bill fosters a supportive work environment while ensuring that the sick leave bank is used appropriately for its intended purpose.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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