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House 2749 - Petition of Christopher N. Speranzo and others that the State Board of Retirement be directed to pay certain benefits to Pamela J. Downing, the surviving spouse of district attorney Gerard D. Downing of Berkshire County.

Bill Status

  • Session: 185th General Court
  • Bill Status: 03/27/08 H Accompanied a study order, see H4607

Sponsor:

  • Christopher N. Speranzo

All Bill Actions

  • 01/11/07 H Referred to the committee on Public Service
  • 01/11/07 S Senate concurred
  • Public Hearing date Oct 25 am at 10:30 in Room B-2
  • 03/27/08 H Accompanied a study order, see H4607

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