Category Archives: Legislation

Summary of 2011 Proposed Pension Reform Legislation

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Dale Kowacki

I have just uploaded a synopsis of the pension reform legislation that is moving through the legislature.  Click here. Remember – it is still only proposed – much can change between now and possible passage.  I also want to point … Continue reading →

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ERI proposed in Municipal Relief Bill (H4631) has some interesting requirements.

Posted on May 3, 2010 by admin

  Read the fine print in section 11 of the Municipal Relief Bill (H4631) and you will find some very interesting provisions that load it up with some heavy paperwork.  See my highlighted areas in the copy here on our … Continue reading →

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Retiree COLA increase contemplated by MA legislature.

Posted on April 29, 2010 by admin

I just received this email from MACRS and MassRetirees reporting that Massachusetts House bill 4631 contains language that would allow for increases to the annual COLA given to retirees.  If voted into law, it would have to be approved by both … Continue reading →

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