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Introduced
05/18/2017
05/18/2017
In Committee
06/29/2017
06/29/2017
Crossed Over
09/28/2017
09/28/2017
Passed
09/28/2017
09/28/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
10/03/2017
10/03/2017
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Barnstable be authorized to amend the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill amends the charter of the town of Barnstable in several ways. It introduces term limits for town councilors, changes the process for filling council and other elected office vacancies, modifies the composition and terms of the school committee and housing authority, and makes various other technical changes to the town's electoral procedures. The bill requires voter approval through a local referendum to be accepted. If approved, the amendments will take effect immediately.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2017 (on 10/03/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3706 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3706.pdf |
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