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MA H4478

MA H4478
Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the city of Springfield


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Introduced
05/07/2018
In Committee
05/30/2018
Crossed Over
06/28/2018
Passed
07/02/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/12/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

That the city of Springfield be authorized to use retired police officers of said city as special police officers for the purpose of performing certain police duties. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the city of Springfield to appoint retired police officers as special police officers to perform certain police duties. The special police officers will have the same arrest and police functions as regular officers, but will not be subject to civil service laws or entitled to certain benefits. The bill outlines the appointment process, work week restrictions, training and equipment requirements, and limitations on earnings and retirement benefits for these special police officers.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2018 (on 07/12/2018)

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