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MA H761

MA H761
Granting the City of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old

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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

That the city of Somerville be authorized to provide voting rights in municipal elections for certain residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill grants the City of Somerville the authority to provide voting rights in municipal elections for certain residents aged 16 and 17 years old. The bill establishes a separate voter registration list for these "local voters" who meet the eligibility requirements, and authorizes the Board of Election Commissioners to promulgate regulations and guidelines to implement the purpose of the act. The bill also specifies that local voters cannot vote for any state or federal offices or ballot questions.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

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

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H761 04/15/2021
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H761.pdf 04/15/2021
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