An Act extending residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton

This bill extends residency requirements for Newton police and fire department members (including the fire alarm division). It changes the current rule so that officers and firefighters must reside within Newton city limits, rather than just within the broader municipality. The key provision mandates that all regular department members maintain their primary residence in Newton. This directly affects current and future Newton public safety personnel who must now live within the city. The change requires approval from Newton's mayor and city council, as noted in the petition.