Massachusetts S3293: An Act changing the term of the elected office of moderator in the town of Scituate

What the bill says

From the introduced text, October 29, 2026:

SECTION 1. Section 3-3(a) of the charter of the town of Scituate, on file in the office of the archivist of the commonwealth as provided by section 12 of chapter43b of the General Laws, is hereby amended by striking out the words “1 year” and inserting in place thereof the words “three years”. SECTION 2. Notwithstanding section 1, upon the effective date of this act the elected incumbent moderator in the town of Scituate shall serve in that capacity for a period of time equivalent to the remainder of the elected term or sooner resignation, retirement or removal. Thereafter, the elected moderator shall be entitled to serve for a three-year term, pursuant to section 1. SECTION 3. This act shall take effect upon its passage.

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Sponsors

• Patrick O'Connor (R, First Plymouth and Norfolk) · primary sponsor
• Patrick Kearney (D, 4th Plymouth)

Latest actions

1. November 2, 2026: House concurred
2. October 29, 2026: Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government

Common questions

What is S3293?

S3293 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act changing the term of the elected office of moderator in the town of Scituate.

What is the status of S3293?

In committee as of November 2, 2026. Latest action: House concurred (November 2, 2026).

Who sponsored S3293?

Patrick O'Connor (R, First Plymouth and Norfolk), with 1 co-sponsor.

Where is the official record for S3293?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3293