MassachusettsHaverhill would let John Roche qualify as a firefighter despite the age limit
If passed, the measure would let John M. Roche qualify for a Haverhill firefighter job despite the age limit, provided he meets all other requirements.
What it does
John M. Roche could qualify for firefighter certification and appointment in Haverhill despite the maximum age rule, if he meets all other job requirements.
Argument forRoche could qualify for a Haverhill firefighter job despite the age limit if he meets the other requirements.
Argument againstA one-person age exception could seem unfair to other applicants who still must meet the maximum age rule.
More detail
The measure would make John M. Roche eligible for firefighter certification and appointment in Haverhill despite the maximum age rule. This applies only to John M. Roche and a firefighter position in Haverhill. Roche must meet all other requirements for appointment. The act would take effect upon passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 21Hearing scheduled for 11/02/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony OnlyLatest
- Sep 10Senate concurred
- Sep 8Referred to the committee on Public ServiceIntroduced
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