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MA H4158

Bill

Status

Passed

10/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Alice Peisch

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Expands the Town of Weston select board from 3 members to 5 members, with all members serving 3-year staggered terms

  • Requires voter approval through a special election held not less than 35 days after the act's effective date

  • If approved by voters, two new select board positions would appear on the 2026 annual town election ballot—one for a 3-year term and one for a 2-year term

  • The select board retains authority as the chief executive officer and policy-making body of the town with all powers vested in boards of selectmen under Massachusetts General Laws

  • Local approval from the town has already been received prior to filing with the General Court

Legislative Description

Expanding the select board of the town of Weston

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2025

10/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Steering, Policy and Scheduling7/16/2025
Municipalities and Regional Government5/27/2025

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