Massachusetts H5468: An Act authorizing the town of Princeton to continue the employment of police officer Paul Quinn beyond the age of 65

What the bill says

From the introduced text, June 1, 2026:

SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, Paul Quinn, police officer of the town of Princeton, may continue to serve in that position until reaching the age of 70, the date of his retirement, or the date he is relieved of his duties by the select board at their discretion, whichever occurs first; provided, however, that he is mentally and physically capable of performing the duties of a police officer. The select board may, at the town’s own expense, require that Officer Quinn be examined annually by a physician designated by the select board to determine such physical and mental capability to perform the duties of his office. SECTION 2. No further deductions shall be made from the regular compensation of Officer Quinn, pursuant to Chapter 32 of the General Laws, for service subsequent to his reaching age 65; and upon retirement for superannuation he shall receive a superannuation retirement allowance equal to the allowance to which he would have been entitled had he retired upon reaching age 65. SECTION 3. This act shall take effect upon its passage.

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Sponsors

• Kimberly Ferguson (R, 1st Worcester) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. September 17, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5672 (under House Rule 27)
2. July 14, 2026: Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-11:20 AM in A-1 <br> <span style="color: blue; font-style: italic;">Hearing updated to New End Time</span>
3. June 30, 2026: Hearing scheduled for 07/14/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1
4. June 4, 2026: Senate concurred
5. June 1, 2026: Referred to the committee on Public Service
6. : Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order

Common questions

What is H5468?

H5468 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act authorizing the town of Princeton to continue the employment of police officer Paul Quinn beyond the age of 65.

What is the status of H5468?

Failed as of September 17, 2026. Latest action: Accompanied a study order, see H5672 (under House Rule 27) (September 17, 2026).

Who sponsored H5468?

Kimberly Ferguson (R, 1st Worcester).

Where is the official record for H5468?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5468