S 1766
An Act to support police recruitment and retention
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Bill overview
This bill aims to support efforts to recruit and retain police officers in Massachusetts. It seeks to address challenges in attracting and keeping qualified individuals in law enforcement roles. The specific details of how this support will be provided are not outlined in the available text, but the bill’s purpose is to bolster the state’s police force.
Key provisions
- Supports police recruitment efforts.
- Aims to improve police retention.
- Referenced to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
- Scheduled for a hearing on June 26, 2025.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Police Departments
- Potential Police Recruiters
- Current Police Officers
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.1766 194th (Current)
An Act to support police recruitment and retention
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1766) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to support police recruitment and retention. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1766
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/27/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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