H811
An Act authorizing cities and towns to provide for citizen-funded election campaigns
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This bill would allow Massachusetts cities and towns to establish systems for funding citizen-led campaigns for municipal offices through voluntary contributions from residents. It aims to increase civic engagement and potentially provide a mechanism for candidates outside of traditional party structures to run for local office. The bill would outline the procedures and guidelines for such citizen-funded campaigns, ensuring transparency and compliance with election laws. It’s designed to give more residents a pathway to participate in local elections.
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