Recently active Boston legislation

Items ready for possible action at the next meeting.

2026-1549 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced August 3, 2026

Support Waiver of Residency Rules for BPD Transfers

The Council considered a resolution to waive the typical residency requirement so officers from other municipalities could transfer to the Boston Police Department.

Scheduled for a council meeting Council vote, step 3 of 4 updated August 6, 2026
2026-0490 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced March 2, 2026

Support temporary replacement of pedestrian signaling after snowstorms

The City Council resolution expresses support for temporarily replacing concurrent pedestrian phasing traffic signals citywide after snowstorms to improve pedestrian safety where snowbanks reduce visibility.

Scheduled for a council meeting Council vote, step 3 of 4 updated March 5, 2026