H 5600 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act establishing the term of office for the town manager of the town of Bridgewater

This bill proposes to amend the town charter of Bridgewater to establish a three-year term for the town manager, which can be renewed for additional three-year periods by a majority vote of the town council. It sets specific qualifications for the role, requiring proven administrative ability, relevant experience, and full-time dedication, while also clarifying that the manager need not be a local resident but must be a U.S. citizen. The legislation includes rules restricting the manager from holding other town offices or engaging in outside business without prior council approval. The changes will only take effect if approved by a majority of the voters in Bridgewater.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jul 30, 2026 Last action Aug 20, 2026
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Committee
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Aug 20, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting
lower
Jul 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
lower
Jul 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
lower
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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