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MA H3999

MA H3999
Relative to the use of legal counsel by the town of Southbridge


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Introduced
02/11/2016
In Committee
02/24/2016
Crossed Over
05/02/2016
Passed
05/02/2016
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/04/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

That the town manager of the town of Southbridge be authorized to regulate the use of legal counsel by certain town offices in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill grants the town manager of Southbridge the authority to regulate how town offices and agencies hire or consult with legal counsel, meaning that no town office or agency can hire or seek advice from an attorney without the town manager's specific permission. If legal services are needed, the town manager, after consulting with the town attorney and the relevant office or agency, will appoint a special counsel. This act will only become law if the voters of Southbridge approve it in a town election.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2016 (on 05/04/2016)

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