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MA S429
MA S429Granting the city of Boston the authority to endow legal voting rights in municipal elections for city of Boston residents aged 16 and 17 years old
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to grant the city of Boston the authority to endow legal voting rights in municipal elections for city of Boston residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill grants the city of Boston the authority to allow city residents aged 16 and 17 to vote in municipal elections, including for local offices and local ballot questions. It requires the Boston Board of Election Commissioners to establish a separate voter registration list for these "local voters," who must fill out an alternative registration form. The bill also authorizes the city to pass ordinances to implement the law and specifies that local voters cannot vote for state or federal offices or ballot questions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2655 (on 02/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S429 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S429.pdf |
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