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MA H3840

MA H3840
Authorizing extending local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in the City known as the Town of Amherst


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Introduced
05/11/2023
In Committee
05/11/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

That the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to extend local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the city known as the Town of Amherst to extend local voting rights to lawful permanent residents aged 18 or older who reside in the town. The town council may establish regulations and guidelines to implement this, but the bill specifies that the local voting rights do not extend to state or federal offices or ballot questions. The bill is aimed at allowing lawful permanent residents of Amherst to participate in local elections and ballot measures, even though they are not U.S. citizens.

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/H3840
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3840.pdf
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