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MA S440

To allow electronic and blockchain signatures on nomination papers


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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 allow electronic and blockchain signatures on nomination papers. Election Laws.

AI Summary

This bill allows for the use of electronic and blockchain signatures on nomination papers for elections, according to regulations issued by the Secretary of State. The bill amends two sections of the state's election laws to explicitly permit the use of these alternative signature methods on nomination papers, which are documents required to be filed by candidates seeking to be listed on the ballot.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

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

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