Bill > S2605

This bill modifies town elections in Canton, Massachusetts by establishing three key changes: First, the regular town election for town officials and ballot measures will now be held on the first Tuesday following the first Monday of November each year. Second, in even-numbered years, Canton's local elections will be combined with state and federal elections on a single ballot. Third, the town will synchronize all local elections in even years with state and federal elections. The bill includes a specific implementation provision that if the act is passed during a presidential election year, its effective date will be delayed by one year. Additionally, the terms of currently elected officials will be extended until the November election in the year the act takes effect, unless they vacate their office earlier. This legislation aims to standardize and align Canton's local election timing with broader state and federal election schedules, potentially improving voter participation and administrative efficiency.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2605