An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Adam Watt
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Boston Police Department to allow Adam Watt to become a police officer, despite the department’s usual maximum age requirement. The bill was approved by the Boston city council and mayor, and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading. It is similar to previous bills seeking to waive age restrictions for other candidates.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Boston Police Department to appoint Adam Watt as a police officer.
- Waives the maximum age requirement for police officers.
- The authorization was approved by the mayor and city council of Boston.
- The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading.
- Similar bills have been introduced in the past seeking similar waivers.
Who is affected
- City of Boston Police Department
- Adam Watt
- Potential police officer candidates
Notable changes
- Modifies the standard maximum age requirement for Boston Police Department officers.
- Provides a specific exception for Adam Watt.
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