Bill > H4175

This bill, concerning municipal elections in the city of Somerville, authorizes the city to change the wording on petitions that candidates must sign when running for non-partisan local office. Specifically, it removes a requirement from the "Petition Accompanying Statement of Candidate" that candidates and their supporters attest they have not signed nomination papers for more candidates than there are open positions, a measure designed to prevent voters from over-subscribing their support. This change is intended to streamline the candidate nomination process for Somerville's local elections and will take effect immediately upon its passage.