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MA H3790

MA H3790
To promote responsive city government


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Introduced
04/20/2023
In Committee
04/20/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a "Plan G" form of city government. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a "Plan G" form of city government, which includes a city council composed of at least 9 council members elected at-large using closed list proportional representation, a mayor elected by and from the council members, and a directly elected public advocate. The council members represent political associations, which can submit candidate lists and platforms for the municipal elections. The bill also outlines the powers and duties of the city council, mayor, and public advocate, as well as the process for filling vacancies and calling for new elections. The key provisions of the bill aim to promote responsive and representative city government through proportional representation and the inclusion of political associations.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4573 (on 05/16/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3790
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3790.pdf
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