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MA S2361

Relative to special police officers in the town of West Bridgewater


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Introduced
10/03/2019
In Committee
03/02/2020
Crossed Over
01/30/2020
Passed
02/03/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/15/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to special police officers in the town of West Bridgewater,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2361).

AI Summary

This bill allows the Board of Selectmen of the Town of West Bridgewater to appoint individuals as Special Police Officers, upon the recommendation of the Police Chief, to perform police details or other related duties. Special Police Officers are not subject to civil service laws, the laws governing retired police officers, or collective bargaining. They have the same arrest powers as regular police officers and must follow the rules and regulations of the Board of Selectmen and Police Chief, but are not eligible for certain pension benefits. The bill also sets age restrictions and appeal procedures for the appointment and removal of Special Police Officers.

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Public Service (J)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2020 (on 04/15/2020)

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