An Act providing equity to Police officers disabled by cardiac disease

This bill amends state law to include several additional police forces in the disability benefits program for officers disabled by cardiac disease. Specifically, it extends coverage to officers from the University of Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Port Authority, state universities and community colleges, and the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs. Previously, these groups were not explicitly listed in the statute, meaning their officers might have faced different or less favorable eligibility rules compared to other police forces. The change ensures that these specific law enforcement agencies are treated the same as others regarding disability compensation for heart-related conditions.