An Act extending residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill extends the requirement that members of the Newton Police Department, Fire Department, and Fire Alarm Division must reside within the city of Newton. The bill was approved by the Mayor and City Council and subsequently passed by both the House and Senate before being signed into law by the Governor. This legislation strengthens local residency requirements for these city employees.
Key provisions
- Requires Newton Police, Fire, and Fire Alarm Division members to reside within the city of Newton.
- The bill was approved by the Mayor and City Council.
- The bill was passed by the House of Representatives.
- The bill was passed by the Senate.
- The bill was signed into law by the Governor.
- The law takes effect as Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2025.
Who is affected
- Newton Police Department members
- Newton Fire Department members
- Newton Fire Alarm Division members
- City of Newton residents
Notable changes
- Establishes a stricter residency requirement for city employees.
- Reinforces local employment standards.
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Cynthia Stone Creem
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