New Legislation Grants Aid to Injured Officers, Bolstering Support for Those Hurt on the Front Lines

Boston, MA – A new state law introduced this Monday aims to provide financial support and added resources to local law enforcement officers injured while performing their duties, spelling relief for those who place their lives on the line daily. This legislation, passed unanimously by state lawmakers, targets the significant gap in the health care and compensation that officers previously faced following on-the-job injuries. It ensures they receive full health care coverage and addresses compensation issues, which often complicated their recovery process. Under the new law, injured officers will receive full pay until they are … Read more