Bill > H828

This bill proposes a recall election provision for the town of Bridgewater that allows voters to remove an elected official from office before their term ends. The proposed ordinance establishes detailed procedures for conducting a recall election, including that no recall petition can be filed against an officer within six months of taking office. During a recall election, voters would be presented with a ballot that asks whether they want to recall the specific officer, with the option to vote "FOR" or "AGAINST" the recall. If a majority votes in favor of the recall, the candidate with the highest number of votes would be elected to replace the incumbent. The incumbent continues to perform their duties until the recall election and can choose to run for re-election. Additionally, if an official is successfully recalled or resigns during recall proceedings, they are prohibited from being appointed to any town office for two years. The amendment will only become effective if approved by the Town Council, State Legislature, and Bridgewater voters.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H828