An Act extending voting rights in municipal elections to noncitizen voters of the commonwealth
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow noncitizen residents of Massachusetts to vote in municipal elections. Currently, Massachusetts law restricts voting in local elections to U.S. citizens. The bill aims to expand voter access and participation by removing this restriction, aligning Massachusetts with other states that allow noncitizens to vote in certain local elections.
Key provisions
- Allows noncitizen residents of Massachusetts to vote in municipal elections.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Election Laws.
- A hearing is scheduled for May 6, 2025.
Who is affected
- Noncitizen residents of Massachusetts
- Municipal election officials
- Massachusetts voters
Notable changes
- Currently, Massachusetts law prohibits noncitizens from voting in municipal elections.
- This bill would create an exception to this law.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
James B. Eldridge
Cosponsor
James B. Eldridge
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