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MA H776
MA H776Relative to random placement for candidate names and removal of incumbent information on primary and state ballots
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to random placement of candidate names and removal of incumbent information on primary and state ballots. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill amends Massachusetts election laws to require the random placement of candidate names on primary and state ballots, and to remove any notation or designation indicating that a candidate is an incumbent or running for re-election. The changes aim to ensure a more impartial and fair presentation of candidates on the ballot, without giving any undue advantage to incumbents. The bill would take effect on January 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5026 (on 09/12/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H776 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H776.pdf |
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