SENATE  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  No. 2950

Senate, October 15, 2024 - Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Mark) to the House Bill authorizing the town of Rowe to continue the employment of fire department member Dennis Annear (House, No. 3989).

 

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

 

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In the One Hundred and Ninety-Third General Court
(2023-2024)

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SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, Dennis Annear, an on-call firefighter in the town of Rowe, may continue to serve in such position until they reach the age of 68, the date of their retirement or the date they are removed or suspended from office, whichever occurs first; provided, however, that they remain physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the position; provided further, that Dennis Annear shall, at the expense of the town of Rowe, be examined by an impartial physician designated by the town to determine such capability. No deductions shall be made from the regular compensation of Dennis Annear pursuant to chapter 32 of the General Laws for any service subsequent to the effective date of this act.

SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon its passage.