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MA H2288

Authorizing the city of Leominster to amend the special act of 2002 relative to retired police officer details


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to special police officers in the city of Leominster. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the city of Leominster to appoint retired Leominster police officers as special police officers to perform police traffic details. The special police officers must pass a medical examination and will not be subject to certain employment laws, such as those related to civil service and collective bargaining. They will have the same powers as regular police officers when performing traffic details, but will not be eligible for certain benefits. The special police officers must comply with rules and requirements set by the police chief and mayor, and their appointments are subject to removal. The bill also provides details on the calculation of pay and benefits for special police officers who are injured on the job, and allows current special police officers over the age of 70 to continue serving until they reach age 72.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4098 (on 10/02/2019)

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