An Act continuing the employment of police chief Edward Walsh in the city of Taunton until attaining the age of 70
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to extend the employment of Edward Walsh as the police chief of Taunton until he reaches the age of 70. The legislation was presented by Kelly A. Dooner with the approval of the mayor and city council. It is similar to other bills proposing to continue Walsh’s tenure in the same role.
Key provisions
- Continues Edward Walsh’s employment as Taunton’s police chief.
- Extends his employment until he turns 70 years old.
- Requires approval from the mayor and city council.
- Related to the city of Taunton’s police department.
- Similar legislation (S.2643 and H.2810) exists.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Public Service.
- The bill was reported favorably by the committee.
- A new draft (S2643) was substituted.
Who is affected
- City of Taunton
- Police Chief Edward Walsh
- Taunton Residents
- City Council of Taunton
- Mayor of Taunton
Notable changes
- The bill proposes a specific age limit (70) for Walsh’s continued employment.
- It is linked to similar legislation (S.2643 and H.2810) which also aims to extend his tenure.
- The bill was superseded by a new draft (S2643).
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