By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Nick Collins for legislation relative to providing a COVID-19 retirement credit to essential public-sector workers. Public Service.
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2514) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael O. Moore, Marcus S. Vaughn and Adam Scanlon for legislation to allow temporary door-locking devices in public buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs to conduct a study of Kingsbury Pond in the town of Norfolk. The investigation will examine water levels, the impact of nearby public wells on those levels, and other environmental factors influenced by changes in the pond's water. The results of this study must be reported to state officials and legislative committees within one year of the bill's passage.
By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2339) of James K. Hawkins and others relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2368) of David Paul Linsky and others for legislation to further regulate illegal trafficking and gun violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2414) of Marcus S. Vaughn for legislation to provide sign language training for public safety personnel and emergency medical personnel. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new fund to support retired police dogs in Massachusetts. The fund will be managed by the secretary of the executive office of public safety and security and will be financed through state appropriations, grants, gifts, and investment earnings. Money from the fund will be given directly to non-profit organizations within the state to cover the care and medical needs of these retired animals, and the secretary must ensure the funds are used by reputable groups. Each year, the fund administrator must submit a report detailing how much money was received, spent, and remaining to the state legislature and relevant committees.
By Representatives Cutler of Pembroke and Peake of Provincetown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2302) of Josh S. Cutler, Sarah K. Peake and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine the potential negative environmental and economic impacts caused by the discharge of spent fuel pool water created as a waste product of nuclear energy. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2360) of David Paul Linsky and others relative to 3D printed weapons and ghost guns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Maddy summaryThis bill aims to grant public safety telecommunicators, such as 911 dispatchers, the same internal benefits as first responders like firefighters and police officers. It establishes that these dispatchers, who handle emergency calls and coordinate responses, will receive equivalent benefits without altering their current pay or pension plans. The legislation defines telecommunicators to include those who promote from dispatch roles and supervise others in the field. By aligning the benefits of dispatchers with those of on-scene responders, the bill seeks to recognize the critical nature of their work in public safety.
