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MA H3889
MA H3889Granting appointing authority of the Oxford police department to the town manager in Oxford
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Introduced
06/05/2023
06/05/2023
In Committee
06/05/2023
06/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to authorize appointing authority of the Oxford police department to the town manager in the town of Oxford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town manager of Oxford to have appointing authority over the Oxford police department, including the power to appoint and remove the police chief and other officers, set their compensation, and approve department regulations. The bill amends the town's charter to transfer this authority from the board of selectmen to the town manager, and specifies that the relevant state law (Chapter 41, Section 97A of the General Laws) will no longer apply in Oxford.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4573 (on 05/16/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3889 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3889.pdf |
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