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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/22/2018
01/22/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to further regulate business corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill makes several amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act, including:
1. Clarifying the definition of "Public corporation" and adding a definition for "Voting power."
2. Making various changes to the provisions on authorized shares, distributions, and director liability.
3. Revising the requirements for shareholder approval of certain corporate actions, such as mergers, share exchanges, and amendments to the articles of organization.
4. Updating the provisions on registered offices, registered agents, and shareholder rights, including appraisal rights.
5. Making technical and clarifying changes throughout the law.
Overall, the bill aims to further regulate business corporations in Massachusetts by updating and clarifying various provisions of the state's corporate law.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1711 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1711.pdf |
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