Bill > H2995

This bill amends the fire department cadet program in Boston by reducing the length of service requirement from 2 years to 1 year. Specifically, the bill changes two key provisions: first, it modifies the age termination policy for cadets, stating that a cadet's appointment cannot be terminated due to age if they have completed at least 1 year of service (instead of the previous 2-year requirement); second, it updates the hiring pathway for cadets, allowing those who have completed at least 1 year of service to be potentially appointed to a vacancy in the lowest grade of the fire force without going through the standard certification process, provided they are either on an existing fire entrance eligible list or pass a qualifying examination. The bill includes a standard severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is found invalid, the rest of the act remains in effect, and it will take immediate effect upon passage. This change appears designed to provide more flexibility in the fire department's cadet program and potentially streamline the hiring process for young firefighters in Boston.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2995