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H 2854

An Act relative to contributory retirement board elections

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Danielle Gregoire

Summary of Bill H 2854: An Act relative to contributory retirement board elections OverviewThis bill, H 2854, aims to modify the election process for contributory retirement board

Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 2854

Summary of Bill H 2854: An Act relative to contributory retirement board elections

Overview

This bill, H 2854, aims to modify the election process for contributory retirement board members in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It would replace the previous bill, HD 2662, to establish new guidelines and procedures for these board elections.

Key Provisions

The main changes proposed by H 2854 include:

  1. Election Process: The bill would require that all contributory retirement board elections be conducted via secret ballot, ensuring the privacy and integrity of the voting process.

  2. Board Composition: It would mandate that each contributory retirement board must include at least one member who is a retiree of the retirement system. This is intended to provide greater representation for retirees on these governing boards.

  3. Candidate Eligibility: The bill would set new criteria for individuals to be eligible as candidates for contributory retirement board elections. Candidates would need to be members of the applicable retirement system and meet minimum participation requirements.

  4. Election Timeline: H 2854 would establish a standardized timeline for contributory retirement board elections, requiring them to be held every 3 years. This is a change from the previous ad-hoc scheduling.

Impact

The proposed changes in H 2854 would primarily affect:

  • Members of contributory retirement systems in Massachusetts, as they would have new voting procedures and board representation requirements
  • Current and future candidates for contributory retirement board positions, who would need to meet the new eligibility criteria
  • The administrators and staff responsible for conducting these retirement board elections, who would have to implement the new processes outlined in the bill

Next Steps

H 2854 is currently scheduled for a public hearing on July 9, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in room A-2. The hearing will provide an opportunity for legislators, stakeholders, and the public to provide feedback and input on the bill's provisions.

After the hearing, the bill will proceed through the standard legislative process, potentially including committee reviews, amendments, and votes by the Massachusetts House of Representatives and Senate before reaching the Governor's desk for final approval or veto.

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

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