Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 616: An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 616 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act directing the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace. Primary sponsor: Mike Rush (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2025): House concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1907) of Michael F. Rush (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to direct the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Rush | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk and 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
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Service