Massachusetts § 79 - Existing pensions
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 79 — Existing pensions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 79. Existing pensions
Section 79. All pensions which were payable under chapter five hundred and three of the acts of nineteen hundred and twelve or chapter six hundred and seventy-one of the acts of nineteen hundred and thirteen by any city or town to former employees of a fire or water district therein which accepted chapter three hundred and fifty-two of the acts of nineteen hundred and fourteen at the annual meeting of the district held next after the passage thereof, shall be paid by the district.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 79
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 79 cover?
Section 79 ("Existing pensions") 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 § 79?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 79 apply to my situation?
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