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Retirees and unions back easing post‑retirement earnings limits, cite staffing gaps

5808740 · September 17, 2025
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Multiple retired public‑safety workers, associations and retirement system representatives urged the committee to ease or clarify post‑retirement earnings and hours limits so experienced retirees can return to work without penalties amid persistent municipal staffing shortages.

Retirees, police and firefighter unions and retirement administrators urged the Joint Committee on Public Service to advance bills that would ease or clarify post‑retirement earnings and hours limits so retired professionals can return to municipal work without facing penalties. Retirees from Foxborough told the committee they sought relief to support families and cover medical costs. "This bill would be extremely beneficial... You could work as many hours as…

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