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MA H715
MA H715Amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections
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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
Relative to amending the charter of the city of Northampton to allow resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill amends the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow resident non-citizens to vote in preliminary and city elections. The key provision is the insertion of a new article that states "Every resident of the city or, in the case of an election for ward councilor or ward school committee member, every resident of the ward, whether a citizen or noncitizen, who is not otherwise disqualified from voting under state law, shall be qualified to vote in all preliminary elections, special elections and regular city elections." This act will take effect upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H715 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H715.pdf |
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