Bill > H4315

This bill authorizes the City of Westfield to establish an age limit for original firefighter appointments, specifically stipulating that no person who has reached 40 years of age by the date of the entrance examination will be eligible to have their name certified for the firefighter position. The bill provides an exception to existing state laws (specifically section 58A of Chapter 31 of the General Laws) that might otherwise prevent such an age restriction. By creating this local authorization, the bill gives Westfield the specific legal ability to implement an age cap for firefighter hiring, which could be motivated by considerations such as physical fitness requirements, long-term career potential, or departmental staffing strategies. The bill represents a targeted local amendment that allows the city to customize its firefighter recruitment process within the broader context of state civil service regulations.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4315