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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative the power of courts and judges to maintain election integrity. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Section 103 of Chapter 54 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a provision that allows administrative decisions made by the Secretary of State or any administrative body related to elections to be appealed to the Superior Courts. This means that if an individual or group disagrees with an election-related administrative decision, they now have a legal pathway to challenge that decision through the judicial system by filing an appeal in a Superior Court. The bill expands judicial oversight of election administration by creating a formal mechanism for judicial review of administrative election decisions, potentially providing an additional layer of accountability and transparency in the election process.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886 (on 12/18/2025)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1273 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1273.pdf |
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