Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4491: An Act authorizing the Dalton Fire District to continue the employment of interim fire chief Christopher Francis Cachat
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 4491 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on March 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the Dalton Fire District to continue the employment of interim fire chief Christopher Francis Cachat. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 21, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Leigh Davis for legislation to authorize the Dalton Fire District to continue the employment of interim fire chief Christopher Francis Cachat. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Davis | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Berkshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
- Referred to the committee on House Rules