Bill > H1423

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to modify the rules and procedures for condominium elections. The key provisions include: - Elections are to be decided by a plurality of votes cast, with no quorum requirement. Owners present at the meeting and those who submitted valid absentee ballots constitute the quorum. - Proxies are not allowed, and owners not present must use the absentee ballot process. - The election process is detailed, including requirements for candidate nominations, absentee ballot procedures, and the role of independent election inspectors to oversee the process. - Specific rules are established around vote counting, announcement of results, and the handling of invalid ballots. - Unit owners elected to the board will forfeit their position if their unit is foreclosed on or sold. The bill aims to ensure more democratic and transparent condominium elections by streamlining the process and establishing safeguards against potential conflicts of interest or improper influence.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1423