Massachusetts § 55 - Acceptance of Secs. 52 and 53 subject to mayor's veto
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 55 — Acceptance of Secs. 52 and 53 subject to mayor's veto, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 55. Acceptance of Secs. 52 and 53 subject to mayor's veto
Section 55. The action of any city council in regard either to the acceptance of sections fifty-two and fifty-three or to the retiring of any veteran under authority thereof shall be subject to veto by the mayor and to passage over his veto in the manner provided by the charter of the city.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 55
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 55 cover?
Section 55 ("Acceptance of Secs. 52 and 53 subject to mayor's veto") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 55?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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