H 5427: An Act authorizing the town of Natick to continue the employment of Police Chief James Hicks beyond the age of 65
H 5427 status: Third Reading — Read second and ordered to a third reading (updated Aug 17, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialBy Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5427) of David Paul Linsky (by vote of the town) that the town of Natick be authorized to continue the employment of James Hicks, police chief in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Receiv...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No material impact on the environment.
Risks
- No material impact on the environment.
Economy
Benefits
- Allows the town to retain experienced leadership.
Risks
- Potential for localized municipal budget impact.
Society
Benefits
- Reflects a local decision regarding specific personnel.
Risks
- Individual-specific employment exemptions may raise questions regarding general retirement policies.
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
This is a local, individual-specific bill that does not establish state-wide policy changes.
Analysis based solely on the OpenStates abstract.
Where it stands
Introduced
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CurrentRead second and ordered to a third reading
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