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MA H3838
MA H3838Authorizing persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in the town of Shelburne
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Introduced
07/20/2017
07/20/2017
In Committee
07/20/2017
07/20/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Shelburne be authorized to allow persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes individuals who are 16 years of age or older, meet the qualifications to be registered as a voter except for the age requirement, and are residents of the town of Shelburne, to vote in all town elections, participate and vote in all town meetings, participate and vote in town caucuses, and sign nominating, warrant, and other petitions authorized by town bylaws. The bill specifies that a person must be a registered voter of at least 18 years of age to be eligible to serve in elected town offices or positions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4252 (on 02/28/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3838 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3838.pdf |
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