H 2919
An Act expanding access to the civil service examination
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Bill overview
This bill aims to broaden access to civil service examinations in Massachusetts. It seeks to remove barriers that may prevent qualified individuals from applying for state jobs. The bill intends to make the application process more inclusive and accessible to a wider range of applicants. The specific details of how access will be expanded are currently being studied.
Key provisions
- Expands access to civil service examinations.
- Removes barriers to applying for state jobs.
- The bill is currently undergoing a study order.
- A hearing was held on September 17, 2025.
Who is affected
- Job seekers in Massachusetts
- State government employees
- Applicants for state civil service positions
Notable changes
- The bill is currently undergoing a study order to determine the best approach for expanding access.
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Bill H.2919 194th (Current)
An Act expanding access to the civil service examination
By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2919) of Joan Meschino relative to expanding access to civil service examinations. Public Service.
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Presenter: Joan Meschino
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2919
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 9/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/30/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27) |
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