H 2860
An Act relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel
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Bill overview
This bill requires the state to maintain records of physical examinations for public safety personnel, including police officers, firefighters, and other emergency responders. The goal is to ensure these individuals are fit for duty and to support potential investigations or legal proceedings. The bill mandates the creation and upkeep of a centralized database containing this information. It also establishes procedures for accessing and utilizing these records.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a centralized database for physical examination records of public safety personnel.
- Requirement for public safety agencies to maintain and update these records.
- Procedures for accessing and utilizing records for investigative or legal purposes.
- The bill outlines responsibilities for data security and privacy.
- The records must be readily available to relevant law enforcement agencies.
- The bill addresses the retention of records after personnel leave their positions.
Who is affected
- Public Safety Personnel (Police Officers, Firefighters, Emergency Responders)
- State Agencies Responsible for Public Safety
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Legal Professionals
- The General Public (indirectly, through public safety)
Notable changes
- Currently, the extent to which physical examination records are maintained and accessible for public safety personnel may vary.
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Primary sponsor
James K. Hawkins
Cosponsor
James K. Hawkins
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Bill H.2860 194th (Current)
An Act relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel
By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2860) of James K. Hawkins relative to maintenance of physical examinations records for public safety personnel. Public Service.
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Presenter: James K. Hawkins
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2860
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/11/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling |
| 10/14/2025 | House | Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading |
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