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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley, Michael J. Soter and David F. DeCoste that the State Secretary provide for a program to allow cities and towns to implement a voter “speed pass” system. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to establish a "voter speed pass" system in addition to the current manual system used by cities and towns in Massachusetts. The purpose of this program is to reduce wait times for voters at polling places. The system would allow voter information to be electronically scanned to check in and out of the polling location, using software approved by the state secretary that meets high security standards. The program would utilize an electronic poll book, if available, to directly update the state's voter registration system. The bill includes safeguards to prevent wireless or remote access to the system, and requires the city or town clerk to follow security protocols set by the secretary of the commonwealth.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4403 (on 02/10/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H649 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H649.pdf |
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