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MA H545

MA H545
Relative to polling places used for the general election


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to prohibit the use of public schools for polling places on general election days in presidential races. Election Laws.

AI Summary

This bill proposes an amendment to Chapter 54 of the General Laws, specifically adding a new section, Section 25A, which would prohibit the use of public schools as polling places on the general election day when a presidential race is being decided. This means that during presidential elections, schools would no longer be designated locations where citizens cast their votes.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4134 (on 03/30/2016)

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