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MA S574
MA S574Establishing memorial markers in the towns of Milton and Canton in memory of certain law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
07/03/2025
07/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition of William J. Driscoll, Jr. that the Department of Conservation and Recreation erect and maintain memorial markers in the towns of Milton and Canton in memory of certain law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. Environment and Natural Resources.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to erect and maintain four memorial markers honoring law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty in the towns of Milton and Canton. Specifically, the bill requires the creation of street sign-like markers at locations near where each officer died, providing details about their individual circumstances of death. The four officers commemorated are: Patrolman Robert Dana (killed during a 1984 traffic stop), Patrolman Robert Edmonds (died from injuries after a 1936 vehicle pursuit), Patrolman Robert Stewart (fatally injured during a 1913 mounted patrol), and Patrolman William Mateer (drowned in 1909 while attempting to rescue a fisherman). Each marker will include the officer's name and a brief description of the tragic incident that led to their death, serving as a permanent memorial to honor their service and sacrifice.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 07/03/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S574 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S574.pdf |
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