S 1893
An Act relative to raising the entrance age of police officers
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to raise the minimum age for individuals to become police officers in Massachusetts from 21 to 25. The goal is to encourage applicants to gain more life experience before entering law enforcement. The bill is currently being reviewed by the Public Service committee in the state legislature.
Key provisions
- Increases the minimum age for police officer candidates from 21 to 25.
- No specific changes are outlined regarding training or qualifications.
- The bill is currently under review by the Public Service committee.
Who is affected
- Potential police officer applicants in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts State Police
- Local police departments in Massachusetts
- Individuals seeking careers in law enforcement
Notable changes
- Currently, the minimum age to become a police officer in Massachusetts is 21.
- This bill would change that requirement to 25.
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Primary sponsor
Patrick M. O'Connor
Cosponsor
Patrick M. O'Connor
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Bill S.1893 194th (Current)
An Act relative to raising the entrance age of police officers
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1893) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to raise the entrance age of police officers. Public Service.
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Presenter: Patrick M. O'Connor
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1893
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House 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 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2786 |
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