HD 4467 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act to authorize the city of Westfield to establish an age limit for original appointment to the position of police officer

This bill sets a 40th birthday cutoff for new police officer appointments in Westfield. It prohibits anyone over 40 from being certified for original appointment to the Westfield Police Department after the bill's effective date, specifically limiting eligibility based on the entrance exam date. The law applies only to competitive exams held on or after its passage, not to current officers or past appointments. It directly affects new applicants seeking entry-level police officer positions in Westfield.
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