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MA H2335

Bill

Status

Passed

12/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Greg Schwartz

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Members of Newton's regular police, fire departments, and fire alarm/wires division must reside within the City of Newton or within 35 miles of Newton's city limits within nine months of appointment

  • Distance requirements may be modified through collective bargaining agreements negotiated under Chapter 150E

  • Distance is measured from the closest Newton border to the closest border of the city or town where the employee resides

  • Local bill filed with approval of Newton's mayor and city council; similar legislation (H.5085) was filed in the 2023-2024 session

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Extending residency requirements for members of the regular police or fire departments and fire alarm division of the city of Newton

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2025

12/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Steering, Policy and Scheduling7/14/2025
Municipalities and Regional Government2/27/2025

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