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S 1822

An Act providing retirement security to care workers

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Brady and 1 co-sponsor

Massachusetts bill establishes retirement security requirements for care workers to address benefits gap in home and personal care service sectors.

Accompanied a study order, see S2786
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Bill Summary · S 1822

Legislative bill overview

S 1822 seeks to establish retirement security provisions specifically for care workers in Massachusetts. The bill addresses a gap in retirement benefits for workers in home care, personal care, and related service sectors who often lack access to employer-sponsored pension plans. The legislation aims to create a structured retirement savings mechanism or benefit requirement for this workforce.

Why is this important

Care workers represent a growing, economically vulnerable segment of the workforce that typically earns lower wages with minimal benefits. Without dedicated retirement security measures, many care workers face financial instability in old age, potentially increasing reliance on public assistance programs. Establishing retirement protections could improve worker retention, reduce turnover in essential care services, and address broader income inequality.

Potential points of contention

  • Employer burden and costs: Businesses providing care services may face increased operational expenses from new retirement contribution requirements, potentially affecting service pricing or employment levels
  • Scope and definition: Disagreement over which workers qualify as "care workers" and which employers must comply could create administrative complexity and uneven implementation
  • Funding mechanism: Debate over whether costs are shared between employers, employees, government subsidies, or a combination—with implications for program sustainability and worker take-home pay

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

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