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Expanded Retirement Benefits Legislation Could Help Address Shortages for Paid EMS Staff

authorCailin Riley on Dec 11, 2024
New legislation introduced by State Senator Monica Martinez will soon give paid first responders in Suffolk County the option to retire after 25 years of service, an enticement that could... more

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