Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2828: An Act relative to expanding the hiring radius for police departments
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 2828 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to expanding the hiring radius for police departments. Primary sponsor: Chris Flanagan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 30, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Flanagan of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2828) of Christopher Richard Flanagan relative to residency requirements for certain police officers, firefighters and fire alarm division personnel. Public Service.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Flanagan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Barnstable |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service