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MA H4799

MA H4799
Directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Jose Reyes


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Introduced
12/01/2025
In Committee
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to authorize the appointment of Jose Reyes as a police officer in the city of Boston, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received].

AI Summary

This bill directs the Boston Police Department to make an exception to its standard age requirements specifically for Jose Reyes, allowing him to be considered for a police officer position despite potentially being older than the department's typical maximum age limit. Normally, police departments have maximum age restrictions for new officer appointments to ensure physical fitness and long-term career potential, but this legislation would create a special one-time waiver for Reyes. If Reyes meets all other professional and qualification standards set by the Boston Police Department, he will be eligible to have his name considered for an original appointment as a police officer. The bill would override any existing laws or previous regulations that might otherwise prevent Reyes from being hired, and it would take effect immediately upon passage, providing a unique pathway for this specific individual to potentially join the Boston Police Department.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read second and ordered to a third reading (on 03/05/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4799
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4799.pdf
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