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MA H4533

MA H4533
Removal of elected financial officials for the town of Sherborn


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Introduced
05/23/2018
In Committee
06/28/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the removal of elected financial officials in the town of Sherborn. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill establishes a process for the removal of elected financial officials, including the Treasurer, Collector, or member of the Board of Assessors, in the town of Sherborn, Massachusetts. The bill outlines the procedure to be followed, including the creation of a Review Committee to investigate alleged transgressions and determine if there is cause for removal. The Review Committee can choose to excuse, censure, or remove the official, with a vote to remove requiring a finding of malfeasance or nonfeasance in office. If the official is removed, they are given the option to resign, and the vacated position will be filled in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4966 (on 12/10/2018)

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