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MA H716

MA H716
Amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow residents sixteen years of age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections


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

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to amending the charter of the city of Northampton to allow residents sixteen years or age or older 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 residents who are 16 years of age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections, as long as they are not otherwise disqualified from voting under state law. The bill specifies that this change applies to all preliminary elections, special elections, and regular city elections. The amendment is to be inserted as Article 8-6 in the city's charter, and the existing Articles 8-6 and 8-7 will be renumbered accordingly. The bill takes effect upon passage.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H716
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H716.pdf
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