HD 4760 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act exempting certain positions of the police department in the town of Lancaster from the civil service law

This bill allows the town of Lancaster to exempt specific police department positions from Massachusetts' civil service law. It directly affects Lancaster's police hiring and promotion processes for those designated roles. The key provision permits the town to bypass standard civil service requirements (like competitive exams) for these positions, giving local officials more flexibility in staffing decisions. The bill requires approval from Lancaster's town government to take effect.
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