H 4569
An Act relative to the temporary absence of the town manager in the city known as the town of Bridgewater
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the procedures for the temporary absence of the town manager in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. It clarifies the process for appointing an interim manager when the regular manager is unavailable, ensuring continuity of municipal operations. The bill aims to streamline the process and provide a defined framework for these situations. It was originally introduced as House Bill 2269 and subsequently amended.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for appointing an interim town manager when the regular town manager is absent.
- Defines the duration of the interim appointment.
- Specifies the responsibilities of the interim town manager.
- Outlines the process for notifying relevant parties of the interim appointment.
- Addresses the transfer of authority and duties during the interim period.
- Clarifies the role of the Board of Selectmen in the appointment process.
- Ensures the interim manager has the authority to perform essential town functions.
- Provides a mechanism for the Board of Selectmen to extend the interim appointment if necessary.
Who is affected
- The Town of Bridgewater, Massachusetts
- The Board of Selectmen of Bridgewater
- The Town Manager of Bridgewater
- Residents of Bridgewater
- Municipal employees of Bridgewater
Notable changes
- This bill codifies procedures for temporary town manager absences that were previously unwritten.
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Primary sponsor
Thomas P. Walsh
Cosponsors
Dennis C. Gallagher
Thomas P. Walsh
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Bill H.4569 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the temporary absence of the town manager in the city known as the town of Bridgewater
Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Walsh of Peabody, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2269) [Local Approval Received]. September 29, 2025.
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Sponsor: Thomas P. Walsh
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Displaying 9 actions for Bill H.4569
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/29/2025 | House | Substituted for H2269 |
| 9/29/2025 | House | Passed to be engrossed |
| 10/2/2025 | Senate | Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session |
| 10/23/2025 | Senate | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
| 2/5/2026 | Senate | Taken out of the Orders of the Day |
| 2/5/2026 | Senate | Read third (title changed) and passed to be engrossed |
| 2/9/2026 | House | Enacted |
| 2/9/2026 | Senate | Enacted and laid before the Governor |
| 2/12/2026 | Executive | Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2026 |
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