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MA H4112

MA H4112
Authorizing ranked choice voting in the town of Brookline

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Introduced
10/04/2023
In Committee
10/04/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to authorize ranked choice voting in the town of Brookline. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the use of ranked choice voting (RCV) in town-wide elections in Brookline, Massachusetts. RCV is a method of voting where voters rank candidates in order of preference. The bill outlines the specific procedures for conducting RCV elections, including how ballots are counted, how ties are broken, and how the results are reported. The bill also includes provisions allowing for the discontinuation of RCV after four years and the potential for its future reinstatement. Overall, this bill aims to give the town of Brookline the option to use RCV in its local elections.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4923 (on 08/22/2024)

Taxonomy

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
Local Government
  • ‐ General Local Government
(2 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4112 10/04/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4112.pdf 10/04/2023
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