In the wake of the decision by HRD, the MPA Executive Board continues to work with our legal counsel to gather opinions on the matter at hand and we are providing the membership with a copy of the case. There were many flaws noted by the Superior Court Judge that you will read in this […]
Earlier today, Civil Service sent out a notice to all agencies and candidates who participated in the 2022 Promotional Exam. The notice was to inform those who took the exam that it was cancelled, the exam would not be scored and a refund would be made for the test fee. The reason for the cancellation
The MPA Executive Board has voted to endorse Representative Tom Stanley from the 9th Middlesex District. He has been a longtime supporter of Law Enforcement in Massachusetts and we look forward to working with him in our future endeavors.
The MPA is pleased to invite all members (Active and retired) to the 122nd Massachusetts Police Association convention at the Hotel 1620 in Plymouth, MA. October 19th, 20th, and 21st. The hotel will fill up so please book your rooms ASAP, we do have an overflow contingency. The MPA has a full agenda this year that
The Emerald Society of the Boston Police is hosting this seminar on September 7, 2022 from 0900 to 1300. Doors open at 0730. Cost is $50.00 Tickets are available for purchase by visiting their website www.bpdemeraldsociety.com and clicking on “events” at the top of the page. You can also follow this link: Building Financial Strength In First Responder Families -Tickets It
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The MPA Executive Board voted to endorse Rep. O’Connor. He has a been a longtime supporter of law enforcement in the Commonwealth. We wish him the best of luck in this upcoming election and look forward to working with him in the future. For more information please visit his campaign website: https://www.oconnorforsenate.com/
Last week the MPA join Massachusetts district attorneys in voicing concern over changes to drug forfeiture process. The newest version S2944 changes earlier versions which would have put the money in state control. We were able to show that co-mingling of federal funds was not allowed in drug related cases. Although there may be increased
The executive board voted today to endorse State Representative Shawn Dooley who is running for Senate this year. For more information please visit his campaign website. https://dooley4senate.com/
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Moments ago the POST Commission closed their public meeting without enacting emergency regulations covering recertification process. After nearly two hours of comments and questions, commissioners were uncomfortable with the emergency enactment. Attorney Scheft spoke on behalf of the MPA with the concerns we had raised in our meeting last week and codified in our document submission.
The week began with a meeting between MPA leadership and Executive Director Zuniga and legal staff of the POST commission. During a 3 hour meeting, we presented our concerns and suggestions for improvement to the questionnaire and soon to be released emergency regulations. After the meeting, Attorney John Scheft working with MPA prepared a written response for
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