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MA H4996

MA H4996
Relative to the removal of certain elected financial officials for the town of Sherborn


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Introduced
12/10/2018
In Committee
Crossed Over
12/31/2018
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/09/2019

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House bill, No. 4533). December 10, 2018.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a process for removing certain elected financial officials, such as the treasurer, collector, or member of the board of assessors, from the town of Sherborn. If a financial official demonstrates a pattern of errors, omissions, negligence, or dishonesty, or commits an act that may put the town's financial well-being at great risk, a review committee can be convened to investigate and potentially remove the official from office. The review committee consists of various town leaders, and the official has the right to defend themselves and be represented by counsel. If the review committee votes to remove the official, the official can choose to resign or be removed and have their access to town funds and records revoked.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 411 of the Acts of 2018 (on 01/09/2019)

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