Bill > H2764

This bill modifies Section 39M of Chapter 30 of the Massachusetts General Laws to improve the payment process for police details (officers assigned to provide security or traffic management) on public construction projects. Specifically, the bill requires the project awarding authority (the government entity overseeing the project) to take direct responsibility for managing police detail records, processing invoices, and making payments to the entities providing these police services. Importantly, the bill mandates that the cost of police details should not be included in the initial project bid submitted by contractors. This change aims to create a more transparent and streamlined payment process for law enforcement personnel working on public works projects. The new provisions must be referenced or included in bid documents for public works projects, ensuring clear communication of the payment requirements to all potential bidders.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2764