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Introduced
09/02/2021
09/02/2021
In Committee
10/27/2021
10/27/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide for a gender-neutral charter in the City of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local approval received]
AI Summary
This bill amends the charter of the City of Somerville to provide for a gender-neutral language throughout the charter. The bill removes references to "male" and replaces gendered pronouns like "he", "his", and "him" with gender-neutral terms. It also changes references to "chairman" to "chair" and "committeeman" to "committee member". The goal is to make the charter more inclusive and reflective of the city's diverse population.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
New draft (Jehlen) substituted, see S3129 (on 10/17/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2524 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2524.pdf |
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