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MA H4235

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Sylvia

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Allows Scott Weigel, fire chief of Rochester, to continue serving until age 70, notwithstanding the standard maximum age requirement in Chapter 32 of the General Laws
  • Continued employment is contingent on Weigel remaining mentally and physically capable of performing the duties of fire chief
  • Authorizes the town of Rochester to require annual medical examinations by an impartial physician at the town's expense to verify his fitness for duty
  • No retirement contribution deductions will be taken from Weigel's compensation for service after age 65, and his retirement allowance will be calculated as if he retired at 65
  • Filed with local approval from the town of Rochester by vote

Legislative Description

Authorizing the town of Rochester to continue the employment of fire chief Scott Weigel

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2026

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Steering, Policy and Scheduling12/29/2025
Public Service6/23/2025

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