Massachusetts · Massachusetts General Laws — Part IV, Title I, Crimes and Punishments
Mass. Gen. Laws (Crimes) § 271:40: Appointment, reinstatement or discharge of employee of public service corporation or racing licensee on recommendation of public officer, officer elect or candidate
What this law says, in plain English
Public service corporations and racing licensees cannot hire, promote, or fire employees based on recommendations from public officials or candidates. Public officials cannot interfere with such employment decisions. Violations are punished by fines.
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