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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require applicants for voter registration to show proof of identification. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Chapter 51 of the General Laws to require applicants for voter registration to prove their U.S. citizenship by producing a birth certificate or naturalization papers for inspection by the Clerk or Registrar. This change is intended to ensure that only citizens are registered to vote.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Bradford Hill (R),
James Lyons (R),
Shaunna O'Connell (R),
Keiko Orrall (R),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4252 (on 02/28/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H370 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H370.pdf |
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