S 500
An Act relative to specially qualified voters
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Bill overview
This bill, S.500, proposed to establish a category of ‘specially qualified voters’ in Massachusetts. It aimed to define specific groups of individuals, potentially including those with certain disabilities or long-term residency, who would be eligible to vote in local elections. The bill was ultimately unsuccessful and failed in the Senate. Similar legislation has been proposed in the past, indicating ongoing interest in expanding voting access.
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