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MA H3745

MA H3745
Authorizing local voting rights for legal permanent resident non-citizens residing in Amherst


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Introduced
06/12/2017
In Committee
06/12/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Amherst be authorized to enter the names of legal permanent resident noncitizens to the list of voters established by the town clerk of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Amherst to allow legal permanent resident non-citizens who are 18 years or older and reside in Amherst to have their names added to the town's voter list and vote in local elections for offices and ballot questions. The bill specifies that this does not confer the right to vote in state or federal elections. The Amherst Select Board is authorized to create regulations and guidelines to implement this law.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4252 (on 02/28/2018)

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