Recently active Boston legislation

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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
2026-1005 · Formal position, not binding · Introduced May 11, 2026

Pause vertical construction at White Stadium pending court ruling

The City Council's matter, introduced May 11, 2026 and referred May 13, 2026, calls for a temporary pause on new vertical construction at White Stadium in Franklin Park.

Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated May 18, 2026