Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5277: An Act relative to the training, certification, and recognition of constables and civil deputy sheriffs
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5277 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the training, certification, and recognition of constables and civil deputy sheriffs. Primary sponsor: Jeff Turco (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 30, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Turco of Winthrop, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jeffrey Rosario Turco relative to the training, certification, and recognition of constables and civil deputy sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Turco | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19th 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
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security
- Referred to the committee on House Rules