THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, AUGUST 16, 2024 Page 5 A New Law Gov. Healey signs legislation sponsored by state rep. Giannino to ensure fi rst responders injured in the line of duty receive full compensation till retirement G ov. Maura T. Healey has signed into law legislation sponsored by state Rep. Jessica Ann Giannino (D-Revere) that ensures fi rst responders who are seriously injured in the line of duty can receive their full compensation until retirement. From the date of passage, this law will provide a 100 percent regular compensation pension benefi t for police offi cers who have suff ered a “Violent Act Injury,” which is defi ned as “a serious and permanent personal bodily injury sustained as a direct and proximate result of a violent attack upon a person by means of a dangerous weapon, including a fi rearm, knife, automobile, explosive device or other dangerous weapon.” “By Governor Healey taking this step, we send a powerful message that we value the sacrifi ces made by those who serve on the front lines. As the daughter of a retired Police Sergeant, I know all too well the risks that our police 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Jessica Giannino State Representative offi cers face every day when they begin a shift,” Rep. Giannino said. “When I fi rst met with advocates to discuss this legislation, and they shared with me that their families would have been better off if they did not survive each accident, it stayed with me. No family or A NEW LAW | SEE PAGE 8 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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