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MA H713

MA H713
Relative to the qualification of voters


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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

For legislation to further define felony convictions as relates to the disqualification of voters. Election Laws.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to further define felony convictions that can disqualify individuals from voting in elections. Specifically, it would amend the existing law to exclude individuals convicted of certain violent crimes under Chapter 265 of the Massachusetts General Laws, including murder, manslaughter, and certain sexual offenses, for which they may be punished by imprisonment in a state prison for life. The overall intent is to clarify the types of felony convictions that can lead to the disqualification of voters in Massachusetts.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

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/H713
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H713.pdf
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