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MA H3748
MA H3748To provide residency preference for the Boston Police Department and the Boston Fire Department
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Introduced
05/13/2019
05/13/2019
In Committee
05/13/2019
05/13/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide for residency preference for appointment at the police and fire departments of the city of Boston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill provides a residency preference for individuals seeking original appointment as police officers or firefighters in the City of Boston. Specifically, it states that any person seeking such a position will have a preference if they have had a residence in the City of Boston for at least three continuous years prior to the date of their Civil Service examination. Conversely, those who have not resided in the City of Boston for at least three continuous years prior to the examination will not have this preference. The bill defines "residence" as the individual's actual principal residence where they normally eat, sleep, and maintain their personal and household effects. The bill will take effect upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4722 (on 05/20/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3748 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3748.pdf |
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