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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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PRESENTED BY:
Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark
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To the Honorable Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in General
Court assembled:
The undersigned legislators and/or citizens respectfully petition for the adoption of the accompanying bill:
An Act authorizing the town of Charlemont to continue the employment of fire department
member Dennis Annear.
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PETITION OF:
NAME:DISTRICT/ADDRESS :DATE ADDED:Natalie M. Blais1st Franklin6/27/2023Paul W. MarkBerkshire, Hampden, Franklin and
Hampshire
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By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill,
House, No. 3988) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) that the town of
Charlemont be authorized to continue the employment of fire department member Dennis
Annear. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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In the One Hundred and Ninety-Third General Court
(2023-2024)
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An Act authorizing the town of Charlemont to continue the employment of fire department
member Dennis Annear.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority
of the same, as follows:
1 SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, Dennis Annear
2a member of the Charlemont Fire Department, may continue to serve in their position until they
3reach 68 years of age, the date of their retirement or the date they are removed or suspended
4from office in accordance with applicable laws, rules or regulations, whichever occurs first;
5provided, however, that they remain physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of
6the position. If requested, Dennis Annear shall, at the expense of the Town of Charlemont, be
7examined by an impartial physician designated by the Town of Charlemont to determine such
8capability. No deductions shall be made from the regular compensation of Dennis Annear
9pursuant to chapter 32 of the General Laws for any service subsequent to enactment.
10 SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon its passage.