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MA S477

To expand voter access by making mail-in voting permanent


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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 expand voter access by making mail-in voting permanent. Election Laws.

AI Summary

This bill seeks to expand voter access by making mail-in voting permanent. It amends the existing law to allow any qualified voter to opt for early voting by mail by filing a request electronically or by mail with their local election official. The bill also specifies the ways in which a voter can return the early voting ballot, including delivering it in person, dropping it in a secured municipal drop box, or mailing it to the appropriate city or town clerk.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

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

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