Massachusetts § 45B - School janitors and school custodians in certain cities and towns
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 45B — School janitors and school custodians in certain cities and towns, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45B. School janitors and school custodians in certain cities and towns
Section 45B. In any city or town which has accepted sections forty-four and forty-five A in the manner set forth in section forty-five and which accepts this section, a school janitor or school custodian who was in the employ of the school department of such city or town prior to July first, nineteen hundred and thirty-seven, and on or after said date has been, or hereafter shall be, promoted to a supervisory position in the janitorial or custodial service of such school department, shall not by reason of the acceptance of such promotion forfeit his right, if any, to a non-contributory pension under the provisions of said sections forty-four and forty-five A.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 45B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 45B cover?
Section 45B ("School janitors and school custodians in certain cities and towns") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 45B?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 45B" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 45B apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Massachusetts.