Bill > S468

This bill aims to expand voting options in Massachusetts. Key provisions include: - Allowing same-day voter registration at polling places on election days, with requirements for proof of identity and residency. - Establishing early in-person voting periods for primaries and general elections, with minimum weekend hours based on municipality size. - Expanding early mail-in voting by allowing voters to apply for mail ballots for all elections in a calendar year, and extending the deadline for receipt of mail ballots. - Authorizing the use of electronic poll books and allowing municipalities to eliminate check-out voting lists. - Establishing advisory committees to study and make recommendations on implementing accessible vote-by-mail options for voters with disabilities and improving administration of election-day registration. - Sections related to same-day registration and early voting will take effect on July 1, 2022.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S468