By Representative Hong of Lowell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tara T. Hong for legislation to establish a veteran rental assistance bridge program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
By Representative Tarsky of Needham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joshua Tarsky for legislation to authorize the establishment of a veterans’ suicide mortality review and prevention council within the Executive Office of Veterans’ Services. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3031) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman and John J. Marsi for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Stephanie Rivera, an employee of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office. Public Service.
By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Orrall of Lakeville, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2897) of Kelly A. Dooner and Norman J. Orrall (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Berkley to increase the membership of the board of selectmen. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shannon Manning, an employee of the trial court. The Judiciary.
Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a Bill relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph (House, No. 4400). January 5, 2026. [Local Approval Received].
This bill amends Plainville's town charter to update terminology from "town administrator" to "town manager" throughout all relevant sections. It establishes the town manager as the appointed chief executive officer with specific qualifications (e.g., 3+ years in public administration) and replaces all references to "town administrator" in the charter. The bill also modifies the finance committee appointment process and restricts select board members from holding other elected positions or serving on certain multi-member bodies. These changes directly affect Plainville's local government structure and governance procedures.
HD 5442 authorizes the town of Plymouth to create a dedicated "Land Acquisition Fund" within its treasury to purchase land for recreation, open space, or other municipal purposes. The bill requires the town to deposit specific existing revenue streams - such as funds from Chapter 61, 61A, and 61B of the General Laws - into this fund, with all interest earned remaining part of the fund. This is a procedural measure that streamlines how Plymouth manages pre-existing land acquisition funds without creating new taxes or altering land-use policies. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.
This bill (HD 4862) waives the Boston Police Department's standard maximum age requirement for the original appointment of Jonathan Telford as a police officer. If Telford meets all other department qualifications, the bill requires the department to certify his name for the position. It is a specific, individual waiver and does not change the age requirement for other applicants. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.
This bill (HD 4423) is a specific procedural request for Adam Watt, not a general policy change. It directs the Boston Police Department to waive its standard maximum age requirement for his original appointment as a police officer, provided he meets all other department requirements. The bill does not alter age policies for other applicants or affect any broader group. It is solely intended to allow Adam Watt to be considered for a police officer position.
HD 4425 directs the Boston Police Department to waive its standard maximum age requirement for Keny Gateau's appointment as a police officer. If Gateau meets all other department qualifications, he becomes eligible for certification. This is a targeted exception for one individual, not a general policy change.
This bill waives the Boston Police Department's standard maximum age requirement for Jean E. Roseney's original appointment as a police officer, provided she meets all other department requirements. It directly affects only Jean E. Roseney, enabling her to be certified for the position despite age restrictions. The law takes effect immediately upon passage and does not change general hiring policies for other applicants.
