Bill > H3919

This bill proposes to grant local voting rights to lawful permanent residents (green card holders) who are 18 years or older and reside in the town of Leverett, Massachusetts. Specifically, these residents may apply to have their names added to the town's voter registration list, which would allow them to participate in town meetings, local elections, and town actions, as well as serve on elected municipal boards and committees. The bill explicitly states that this local voting right does not extend to state or federal elections or ballot questions, meaning these residents would only have voting power within the town of Leverett. The town's Select Board is authorized to develop regulations and guidelines for implementing these new voting provisions, which represent an exception to existing state election laws that typically restrict voting to U.S. citizens. This bill appears to be a local initiative to increase civic participation among non-citizen residents who are legally established in the community.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3919