H2985

Authorizing Stephen Justice to take the civil service examination for the position of firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement

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Authorizes Stephen Justice to take the civil service exam for firefighter in Haverhill despite age limits.

Massachusetts H2985 allows Stephen Justice to take the civil service exam for a firefighter position in Haverhill, bypassing the usual maximum age requirement. This act permits Justice to be eligible for certification and appointment if he meets all other criteria. The bill was filed on January 2, 2025, by Representatives Andres X. Vargas and Barry R. Finegold, with local approval from Haverhill's mayor and city council.

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Calendar

May 7, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Service Hearing

History

Apr 10

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2026

Apr 2

House

Enacted

Apr 2

Senate

Enacted and laid before the Governor