Gov. Maura Healey’s office has confirmed a proposal to offer state union workers buyouts and retirement incentives, citing the impact of federal cuts, after SEIU Local 509 alerted members the state may be looking to reduce the workforce.

“Governor Healey has taken action to protect our budget in light of President Trump’s billions of dollars in cuts to Massachusetts, including implementing hiring controls,” a spokesperson for the governor said in a statement late Monday. “While President Trump continues to hurt our economy, Governor Healey is considering additional steps to protect taxpayer dollars while continuing the high level of service that the people of Massachusetts deserve.”

SEIU Local 509 alerted members of a proposal presented by the state to “all state worker unions” to reduce

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