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MA H784

Authorizing the establishment of a special election guarantee fund


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a fund for special elections to fill vacancies in the offices of senator or representative in the General Court. Election Laws.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Special Election Guarantee Fund to be used to reimburse cities and towns for the costs associated with any special primary or special election held to fill vacancies in the offices of state senator or representative. The fund will be credited with any unused compensation from vacant offices and may accept additional funding. The bill also specifies that cities and towns holding such special elections will be reimbursed for the costs from the Special Election Guarantee Fund.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5026 (on 09/12/2022)

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