Bill > S1825

This bill provides a special exemption for Edward J. Walsh, the current police chief of Taunton, Massachusetts, to continue serving in his position beyond the typical mandatory retirement age. Specifically, Walsh is allowed to remain as police chief until he reaches the age of 70, or until he is either retired or relieved of his duties by the appointing authority, whichever occurs first. The bill requires that Walsh remain mentally and physically capable of performing his job duties, and the appointing authority may require annual medical examinations at the city's expense to verify his fitness for the position. These examinations would be conducted by a physician approved by the appointing authority. Additionally, standard retirement law deductions will continue to be made from Walsh's regular compensation according to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 32, which governs retirement systems. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage and represents a local, specific exception to standard age-based retirement regulations for municipal employees, likely recognizing Walsh's continued competence and value to the Taunton Police Department.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1825