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MA H4443
MA H4443Relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the position of firefighter or police officer
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Introduced
08/21/2025
08/21/2025
In Committee
08/21/2025
08/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
That the city of Haverhill be authorized to further regulate the maximum age requirement for original appointment to the positions of firefighter or police officer in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill proposes to modify the age requirements for original appointments to firefighter and police officer positions specifically in the city of Haverhill, Massachusetts. Under the proposed legislation, individuals who have reached their 40th birthday on the date of the entrance examination will be ineligible to have their name certified for these positions, which represents an exception to existing state civil service laws. The bill applies only to competitive exams administered after its effective date and will take effect immediately upon passage. By setting this specific age limit, the bill allows the city of Haverhill to have more localized control over its public safety hiring practices, potentially ensuring that new firefighters and police officers meet the city's specific workforce needs and physical requirements for these demanding public service roles.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Hearing rescheduled to 09/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time (on 09/10/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4443 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4443.pdf |
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