Massachusetts S3295: An Act to expand the Marshfield select board

What the bill says

From the introduced text, October 29, 2026:

SECTION 1. The Charter of the town of Marshfield is hereby amended in article 3-2-1. Selectmen. by striking out the words “three (3)” and inserting in place thereof the following:- “five (5)” and by striking the following words:- “so arranged that the term of one member shall expire each year.” and inserting in place thereof the following:-“so arranged that the term of office of as nearly an equal number of members as is possible shall expire each year.” SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect upon its passage. At the annual town election following passage of the foregoing Charter changes, there shall be three (3) available seats for the Select Board, two (2) such positions shall be for a three-year term and one position for a two-year term; or take any other action relative thereto.

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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 S3295?

S3295 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act to expand the Marshfield select board.

What is the status of S3295?

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

Who sponsored S3295?

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

Where is the official record for S3295?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S3295