An Act authorizing the appointment of retired firefighters as special firefighters in the city of Quincy

This bill allows the city of Quincy to hire retired firefighters as special firefighters to assist with emergency duties and fire details. To qualify, retired Quincy firefighters must have served as regular firefighters and retired due to age, and they must pass a medical exam at their own expense to prove they are fit for the work. Unlike regular firefighters, these special firefighters are not subject to the same maximum age limits and can continue receiving their retirement benefits without deductions after age 65. They are appointed for one-year terms that end automatically at age 70 and can be removed by the fire chief with the mayor's approval for any reason. While they must follow specific rules regarding training, equipment, and work hours, the bill explicitly states that being appointed does not guarantee them any specific job assignments.