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MA H3742
MA H3742Granting the City of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old
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Introduced
04/10/2023
04/10/2023
In Committee
04/10/2023
04/10/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
That the city of Somerville be authorized to provide voting rights in municipal elections for certain residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill grants the City of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old, who are otherwise ineligible to vote under state law. The bill establishes a separate registration list for these "local voters" and authorizes the city's Board of Election Commissioners to create regulations, guidelines, and forms to implement the law. The bill also specifies that local voters cannot vote for state or federal offices or ballot questions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3742 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3742.pdf |
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