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MA H4948

MA H4948
Amending the charter of the town of Needham


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Introduced
10/29/2018
In Committee
12/20/2018
Crossed Over
12/20/2018
Passed
12/24/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/01/2019

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to amending the charter of the town of Needham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill amends the charter of the town of Needham by replacing the term "board of selectmen" with "select board" throughout the charter, and making other changes related to the composition and responsibilities of the select board. Specifically, the bill increases the size of the Board of Health from 3 to 5 members, and makes the select board responsible for executing civil defense laws and declaring emergencies within the town.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 341 of the Acts of 2018 (on 01/01/2019)

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