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MA H770

MA H770
Relative to naturalization proceedings


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to naturalization proceedings. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 18 of Chapter 220 of the General Laws in Massachusetts. It changes the language from "may" to "shall" in reference to courts assisting in the naturalization of aliens resident within their respective judicial districts, as per Section 15 of the same chapter. The bill removes the language that allowed courts to determine the timing of these naturalization proceedings and instead requires the courts to assist in the naturalization process.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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