Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3826: An Act increasing pre-employment requirements for appointment as a Massachusetts police officer
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 3826 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on April 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act increasing pre-employment requirements for appointment as a Massachusetts police officer. Primary sponsor: John Cronin (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Cronin (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dennis Galvin for legislation to increase pre-employment requirements for appointment as a Massachusetts police officer. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Cronin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Worcester and Middlesex |
| Dennis Galvin | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently