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MA H5373

Allowing the appointment of retired Wilbraham Police Officers as Special Police Officers


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Introduced
11/02/2022
In Committee
12/05/2022
Crossed Over
01/03/2023
Passed
01/03/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/05/2023

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Wilbraham be authorized to appoint retired police officers of said town as special police officers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Wilbraham to appoint retired Wilbraham police officers as special police officers to perform police details or other police duties. The special police officers will have the same powers as regular Wilbraham police officers, but they will not be subject to certain civil service laws or pension benefits. The bill sets forth the terms of appointment, including a one-year term subject to renewal, and the requirements that the special police officers must follow, such as passing medical exams, undergoing training, and complying with the rules and regulations of the police department. The special police officers will also be subject to the limitations on hours worked and payments to retired town employees under Massachusetts law.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 409 of the Acts of 2022 (on 01/05/2023)

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