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Yes: 8 • No: 0
MassachusettsH 4235194th General Court (2025-2026)HouseWALLET
An Act authorizing the town of Rochester to continue the employment of fire chief Scott Weigel
Sponsored By: Mark D. Sylvia (Democratic), Michael J. Rodrigues (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Rochester fire chief works to 70, pension fixed
This law takes effect upon passage. Scott Weigel can keep serving as Rochester’s fire chief until he turns 70, if he stays mentally and physically able. The town can require a yearly exam by an impartial doctor it chooses, and it pays for the exam. After he turns 65, no pension deductions are taken from his pay. When he retires, his pension equals what it would have been at age 65, even if he worked longer.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
Mark D. Sylvia
Democratic • House
Michael J. Rodrigues
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
committee vote • 12/8/2025
Committee Favorable: Favorable Report
Yes: 8 • No: 0
Bill Text
Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2026
2/18/2026
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