By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2911) of Paul McMurtry relative to applications for public employee retirement system creditable service buy backs for veterans. Public Service.
By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 940) of Paul W. Mark, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady, Jacob R. Oliveira and other members of the General Court for legislation to improve the working conditions and benefits of part-time and adjunct faculty at public institutions of higher education Commonwealth. Higher Education.
By Representative Donahue of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2812) of Daniel M. Donahue and others relative to public employee retiree benefits. Public Service.
By Representative Biele of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2753) of David Biele and others for legislation to expand the cancer presumption for firefighters. Public Service.
By Representative Cahill of Lynn (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2767) of Coleman Walsh for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to collective bargaining negotiations between public sector employers and employee unions. Public Service.
H 4448 requires construction employers (with OSHA oversight) to provide 10 hours of OSHA training to employees and verify independent contractors have completed approved training. Employers without required training face escalating fines ($1,500 to $5,000 per violation) and $25,000 fines if a death results from non-compliance after an investigation. The law mandates public reporting of violations and requires the board to list approved training providers and establish renewal rules. It exempts routine homeowner home maintenance and small projects under $25,000.
By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2844) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others relative to death benefits for surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters. Public Service.
By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2075) of Tackey Chan for legislation to require that certain construction industry employers provide occupational safety and health administration training to employees. Labor and Workforce Development.
This bill requires Massachusetts employers with 500 or more employees to offer pre-tax transit benefits to non-union workers. It mandates that employers provide this benefit or face fines ($100 for first violation, $250 for each subsequent month of non-compliance). The state will run a public awareness campaign with MBTA and other transit agencies to inform workers about these benefits. Employers must also provide multilingual written notices to employees about the available benefits. The law takes effect one year after passage.
By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2967) of Alan Silvia relative to employee retirement contributions. Public Service.
