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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/26/2024
02/26/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to gender-neutral language in elections laws. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill amends various sections of Chapter 53 of the General Laws to replace gendered language with gender-neutral language. The bill changes words like "he", "him", "his", and "chairman" to more inclusive terms such as "they", "them", "their", and "chairperson". The purpose of the bill is to update the language in Massachusetts' election laws to be more inclusive and representative of all individuals.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Natalie Blais (D)*,
Christine Barber (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Pat Duffy (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Hannah Kane (R),
Jack Lewis (D),
Dawne Shand (D),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H660 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H660.pdf |
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