Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 16, 2026 Rep. Giannino joins Governor for signing of law expanding violent line-of-duty injury pension protections to State Troopers Special to The Advocate O Pictured from left to right: Back row: Massachusetts State Police (MSP) Leadership, Senator John Cronin—Senate Public Safety Chair; front row: Interim Public Safety and Security Secretary Susan Terrey, MSP Lieutenant Donald Bossi, Governor Maura Healey and Representative Jessica Giannino. (Photo by Josh Qualls from the Office of the Governor) n Dec. 22, 2025, State Representative Jessica Giannino joined Governor Maura Healey, legislative colleagues and public safety leaders at the State House for the signing of legislation expanding violent line-of-duty injury pension protections to include Massachusetts State Troopers. Representative Giannino is the original sponsor of the law that created violent injury pension benefits for municipal police officers and the amendment expanding this benefit to State Troopers, ensuring that officers who suffer serious and permanent injuries as the result of violent acts receive full disability pension protections. According to Mass.gov, “The legislation, which was included in the FY-2025 supplemental budget, ensures that injured state police officers receive the same disability and retirement benefits as other first responders, providing greater financial security for them and their families. Governor Healey signed this provision, which was sponsored by Representative Jessica Giannino, into law on November 25, 2025.” “This expansion closes an important gap in the law,” said Representative Giannino. “I am proud to have been the sponsor of the original legislation that guaranteed full benefits for police officers permanently injured by violent acts. Today’s signing ensures that Massachusetts State Troopers are afforded the same protection. When an officer or trooper puts their life on the line and suffers a devastating injury while protecting others, they should not face financial uncertainty on top of physical and emotional trauma.” The original legislation was inspired by real-life incidents in communities, including Revere and Saugus, where officers sustained life-altering injuries during violent encounters. Extending the law to cover State Troopers reinforces the Commonwealth’s commitment to stand behind all law enforcement professionals who serve with courage and sacrifice. State Police Association of Pictured from left to right: Back row: Massachusetts State Police (MSP) Leadership, Senator John Cronin—Senate Public Safety Chair, MSP Troopers; middle row: MSP Lieutenant Donald Bossi, Representative Jessica Giannino, State Police Association of Massachusetts (SPAM) President Brian Williams, SPAM Vice President Luke Bonin, SPAM Treasurer Brendan Murphy, SPAM Vice President-Elect Chris Johnson; front row: Interim Public Safety and Security Secretary Susan Terrey and Governor Maura Healey. (Photo by Josh Qualls from the Office of the Governor) Massachusetts President Brian Williams said: “This moment reminds us that the men and women who comprise the Massachusetts State Police … their safety and wellbeing matter and an affirmation that the efforts to build relationships and establish the Association as a partner in this building, are working for our members. I also want to thank Governor Healey for signing this legislation and also for the open door that you and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll have extended to me and my team. I look forward to our continued work together.” He added: “The Association is also grateful to the legislature for passing these protections for our members. In particular, I want to thank State Representative Jessica Giannino, who is the lead sponsor of our bill. Rep. Giannino, you are a leading voice for all of public safety and we are all lucky to have you in our corner. Thanks to Chairs Michlewitz and Rodrigues for their willingness to navigate this to the finish line, and to leaders and members of the House and Senate for their support. Secretary Kwon, and Colonel Noble, I appreciate your leadership and look forward to continuing to work REP. GIANNINO | SEE Page 4
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