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MA H3872
Authorizing persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in the town of Ashfield
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Introduced
08/03/2017
08/03/2017
In Committee
08/03/2017
08/03/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Ashfield 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 the town of Ashfield to allow individuals who are 16 years of age or older and meet the other voter registration requirements, except for the age requirement, to vote in all town elections, participate and vote in town meetings and caucuses, and sign petitions authorized by town bylaws. However, a person must be at least 18 years of age and a registered voter 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)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3872 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3872.pdf |
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