There is a cost to the taxpayers for all public safety services, regardless of who uses the services. However, it can be better funded and coordinated.
BOSTON (AP) - Gov. Charlie Baker is planning to sign legislation doubling the line of duty death benefit for families of first responders.
The bill will increase the benefit from $150,000 to $300,000. The change is included in a supplemental spending bill for the current 2017 fiscal year...