Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 3269: An Act authorizing the town of Charlemont to continue the employment of fire department members Douglas Annear and Barry Purinton
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 3269 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on September 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the town of Charlemont to continue the employment of fire department members Douglas Annear and Barry Purinton. Primary sponsor: Paul Mark (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 21, 2026): Hearing scheduled for 11/02/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3269) of Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Charlemont to continue the employment of fire department members Douglas Annear and Barry Purinton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Mark | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin and Hampshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing scheduled for 11/02/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service