An Act authorizing the town of Holbrook to appoint Patrick Doherty as a firefighter notwithstanding the maximum age requirement
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the town of Holbrook, Massachusetts, to hire Patrick Doherty as a firefighter even if he is older than the typical age requirement for the position. The town has already approved Doherty’s appointment. This legislation seeks to override the standard age limit to enable Holbrook to fill a firefighter vacancy.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Holbrook to appoint Patrick Doherty as a firefighter.
- Overrides the town’s usual maximum age requirement for firefighters.
- The bill was presented by state senators John F. Keenan and Mark J. Cusack.
- Holbrook town officials previously approved Doherty’s appointment.
Who is affected
- The town of Holbrook, Massachusetts
- Patrick Doherty
- Firefighters in Holbrook
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