An Act granting the city of Boston the authority to endow legal voting rights in municipal elections for city of Boston residents aged 16 and 17 years old
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow the city of Boston to give 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote in municipal elections. Currently, the voting age in Boston is 18. The bill seeks to expand civic participation among younger residents within the city limits. It is a local initiative, requiring approval from the mayor and city council.
Key provisions
- Allows Boston to grant voting rights to residents aged 16 and 17.
- Requires approval from the mayor and city council of Boston.
- Applies to municipal elections within Boston.
- Does not change the state-wide voting age.
- Focuses solely on expanding voting rights within the city of Boston.
- Authorizes the city to implement the necessary procedures for registration and voting.
Who is affected
- Residents of Boston
- City of Boston government
- Young adults aged 16 and 17
- Boston voters
- Boston City Council
Notable changes
- Expands the eligible voting age in Boston to 16 and 17.
- Represents a local initiative, distinct from state-wide changes to voting laws.
- Does not affect the voting age at the state level.
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