HD 6237 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to pension benefits for firefighter Leo J. Bracken

This bill grants special pension benefits to Leo J. Bracken, a Boston firefighter who was permanently injured while on duty in 2019. It directs the Boston retirement board to increase his disability pension to 100% of his full salary and allows him to earn up to half of his pension amount without penalty. Additionally, the legislation covers his future medical expenses related to his injuries, pays out his accumulated savings immediately, and provides a survivor annuity for his spouse if he passes away.
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