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MA H4273

Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Weston


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Introduced
12/23/2019
In Committee
02/24/2020
Crossed Over
04/23/2020
Passed
04/27/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/04/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the town of Weston. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill allows the Town Manager of Weston, Massachusetts to appoint retired police officers as special police officers to perform police details or other police duties. The special police officers must pass a medical examination, be covered by personal health insurance, and comply with the rules and regulations of the police department. They will have the same powers as regular police officers but will not be subject to certain civil service and labor laws. The special police officers will be paid the detail rate for regular officers but will not receive other town benefits. The bill also outlines the terms of their appointment, work hours, and disability benefits.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2020 (on 05/04/2020)

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