Bill > H666

This bill requires candidates for state, county, or municipal office to submit an affidavit affirming that they meet the residency requirements by the deadline for filing nomination papers. The bill also establishes a process for challenging a candidate's residency, where the challenge must be submitted in writing to the city/town clerk or Secretary of State at least 10 days before the candidate can withdraw their candidacy. The challenged candidate must then provide proof of residency, and the appropriate election official will issue a written decision within 5 days. If the challenge is upheld, the candidate's nomination will be withdrawn. The Secretary of State is tasked with establishing rules and regulations regarding the proof of residency, the affidavit form, and the process for initiating, reviewing, and implementing these residency requirements.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H666