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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
For legislation for political party endorsement reform. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Massachusetts law to allow for a "cross-endorsement" process, where more than one political party can endorse the same candidate, and all votes cast for that candidate will be totaled. This is intended to provide voters with a greater range of choices by enabling political coalitions to support various candidates, rather than requiring independent candidates from each political party or independent individuals. The bill empowers the Massachusetts Secretary of State and its Elections Division to establish regulations to facilitate this cross-endorsement process for all recognized political parties.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2544 (on 02/18/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S411 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S411.pdf |
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