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MA H685

MA H685
Authorizing the town of Arlington to offer early voting in town elections


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
09/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Arlington be authorized to offer early voting in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Arlington to offer early voting in town elections. It allows any qualified voter to vote early in person during a period set by the select board, which must include at least 3 business days and at least 1 weekend day if the election is held on a weekday. The select board, in consultation with the town clerk, will establish a centrally-located, accessible early voting site and provide notice of the early voting location, dates, and hours. The voting, processing, and counting procedures for early voting ballots will be consistent with existing state laws and regulations, to the extent practicable.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H685
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H685.pdf
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