Massachusetts legislation · 194th General Court
Massachusetts H5566: An Act authorizing the town of Warren to continue the employment of Steven Perkins
Status: In committee, September 28, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, July 6, 2026:
SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, Steven Perkins, a member of the fire department of the town of Warren, may continue to serve in such position until the age of 70, or until the date of his retirement, non-reappointment, or the date he is relieved of his duties by the town, whichever occurs first; provided, however, that he is mentally and physically capable of performing the duties of his office. Provided further, that the town may, at its own expense, require that Steven Perkins be examined by an impartial physician designated by the town to determine such capability; and provided further, that no deductions shall be made from the regular compensation of Steven Perkins pursuant to chapter 32 of the General Laws for any service subsequent to his reaching the age of 65 in connection with his service to the town for retirement or pension purposes, and, upon retirement, Steven Perkins shall receive a superannuation retirement allowance equal to that which he would have been entitled had he retired at age 65. SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon its passage.
Sponsors
- Todd Smola (R, 1st Hampden) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
- : Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1 <br> <span style="color: blue; font-style: italic;">Hearing updated to New End Time</span>
- : Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in A-1 <br> <span style="color: blue; font-style: italic;">Hearing updated to New End Time</span>
- : Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2026 from 11:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-1
- : Senate concurred
- : Referred to the committee on Public Service
Votes
- Committee Vote - Joint Committee on Public Service (September 25, 2026): 8 yea, 0 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is H5566?
- H5566 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act authorizing the town of Warren to continue the employment of Steven Perkins.
- What is the status of H5566?
- In committee as of September 28, 2026. Latest action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling (September 28, 2026).
- Who sponsored H5566?
- Todd Smola (R, 1st Hampden).
- Where is the official record for H5566?
- On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5566
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