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MA H3889

MA H3889
Granting appointing authority of the Oxford police department to the town manager in Oxford


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Introduced
06/05/2023
In Committee
06/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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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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