Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5705: An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Melvin Casseus
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5705 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act directing the city of Boston police department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Melvin Casseus. Primary sponsor: Chris Worrell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 26, 2026): Senate concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5705) of Christopher J. Worrell (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Boston police department be authorized to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Melvin Casseus. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Worrell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5th Suffolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service