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HD 4993

An Act relative to the cap on work hours for retirees, and retirees with disabilities

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donnie Berthiaume

Removes or raises work hour caps for Massachusetts retirees and disabled individuals to allow more employment income while retaining benefit eligibility.

Referred to the committee on House Rules
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Bill Summary · HD 4993

Legislative bill overview

HD 4993 modifies Massachusetts regulations governing maximum work hours for retirees and individuals with disabilities who are receiving retirement or disability benefits. The bill aims to adjust caps that currently restrict how many hours these populations can work while maintaining their benefit eligibility status.

Why is this important

Retirees and disabled individuals often need or want supplemental income, but existing hour caps can penalize them financially by reducing or eliminating benefits if they exceed work limits. Changes to these caps directly affect whether individuals can pursue part-time employment without losing critical income support.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on benefit programs: Allowing more work hours could increase the number of people retaining full benefits while working, potentially increasing program costs or reducing savings
  • Work incentive versus program sustainability: Balancing the goal of encouraging workforce participation against the actuarial soundness of retirement and disability benefit systems
  • Equity concerns: Questions about whether adjustments benefit higher-income retirees more than lower-income individuals, and whether disabled workers face different considerations than retirees

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

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