An Act relative to the maximum age requirement for original appointment as a police officer for the city of Worcester
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to change the maximum age requirement for individuals initially appointed as police officers in the city of Worcester. Currently, the specific age limit is not explicitly defined in law. This legislation seeks to establish a clear maximum age for original appointments to the Worcester Police Department, allowing for a more transparent and consistent hiring process.
Key provisions
- Establishes a maximum age requirement for original appointment as a police officer.
- The specific maximum age has not yet been defined in the bill.
- The bill was presented by Representatives O'Day and Senator Moore with approval from the Worcester City Council.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Public Service.
- A hearing on the bill was scheduled for September 17, 2025.
- The reporting date for the bill has been extended to March 18, 2026.
- The bill was reported favorably by the House Committee on Public Service.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling.
Who is affected
- City of Worcester Police Department
- Potential police officer applicants in Worcester
- City of Worcester residents
Notable changes
- The bill aims to clarify the existing, unwritten age limit for initial police officer appointments in Worcester.
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Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
James J. O'Day
Michael O. Moore
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