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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
For legislation to promote good democracy in primary elections. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to move the state primary election in Massachusetts to the second Tuesday in June of even-numbered years and the fourth Tuesday before special state elections, with some exceptions. It also sets the date for presidential primaries to the first Tuesday in March of years with presidential elections. The bill provides for the publication of the state primary date and allows towns to adjust their local election dates if they fall within 30 days before or after the presidential primary. The bill is set to take effect on May 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
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/S487 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S487.pdf |
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