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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the regulation of elections in certain emergency situations. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill grants the Secretary of the Commonwealth the authority to regulate elections in emergency situations, including states of emergency declared by the governor or a federal agency. The bill allows the Secretary to postpone or extend qualifying periods for candidates, postpone the date of any election, and provide procedures for the orderly conduct of elections. The Secretary is also required to adopt an elections emergency contingency plan to address various concerns during suspended or delayed elections. Any actions taken by the Secretary under this bill are subject to judicial review.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H680 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H680.pdf |
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