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H 2950

An Act relative to injured and incapacitated state-employed police officers

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dave Robertson

Massachusetts bill modifies injury and incapacity benefits for state police officers, affecting disability support and pension structures for affected law enforcement employees.

Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 2950

Legislative bill overview

H 2950 addresses benefits and support mechanisms for Massachusetts state-employed police officers who become injured or incapacitated during their service. The bill modifies existing provisions related to disability benefits, pension calculations, and occupational health protections for affected officers. Specific legislative language would determine whether it expands, maintains, or restructures current benefit frameworks.

Why is this important

Police officers face occupational hazards that can result in permanent injuries or medical incapacity, affecting their ability to work and earn income. The legislation directly impacts financial security for disabled officers and their families, while also potentially affecting state budget obligations and benefit program sustainability. This affects both individual officers and broader public sector compensation policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and fiscal impact: Expanded or improved benefits increase state pension and benefit liabilities, raising concerns about long-term budget sustainability and taxpayer burden
  • Benefit standardization: Disagreement over whether injured state police should receive different treatment than other state employees or private sector workers with similar disabilities
  • Eligibility and verification: Questions about definitions of "injured" and "incapacitated," standards for proving disability, and preventing potential abuse of expanded benefit provisions

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

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