Authorizes the city of Taunton to retain Edward J. Walsh as chief of police until he turns 70.

The bill allows the city of Taunton to keep Edward J. Walsh as its chief of police until he turns 70, despite state laws that typically require retirement at 65. It ensures Walsh will receive a superannuation retirement allowance as if he had retired at 65. The city may require annual medical exams to confirm Walsh's fitness for duty. The act takes effect upon passage.

Authorizes the city of Taunton to retain Edward J. Walsh as chief of police until he turns 70.

The bill allows the city of Taunton to keep Edward J. Walsh as its chief of police until he turns 70, despite state laws that typically require retirement at 65. It ensures Walsh will receive a superannuation retirement allowance as if he had retired at 65. The city may require annual medical exams to confirm Walsh's fitness for duty. The act takes effect upon passage.