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MA H4569
MA H4569Relative to the temporary absence of the town manager in the city known as the town of Bridgewater
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Introduced
09/29/2025
09/29/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Passed
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2269) [Local Approval Received]. September 29, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the town charter of Bridgewater to clarify procedures for temporary absence of the Town Manager. Specifically, if the Town Manager is absent for up to 21 consecutive days, the Assistant Town Manager will automatically perform the Manager's duties. If the Assistant Town Manager cannot serve, the Town Manager must appoint a department head to temporarily take over, which must be documented by a letter filed with the Town Clerk and Town Council. If the Town Manager fails to make an appointment or the appointed person is deemed unqualified, the Town Council may appoint another qualified person to serve in the role. The bill explicitly prohibits Town Council members from serving as acting Town Manager. The proposed changes will only take effect if approved by a majority of Bridgewater voters, ensuring local input and consent for the charter modification.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2026 (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4569 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4569.pdf |
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