S 2656
Precept setting forth the Special Election to fill the vacancy of the First Middlesex Senatorial District
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Bill overview
This order establishes the procedures for a special election to fill the vacancy in the Massachusetts Senate’s First Middlesex Senatorial District. It outlines the process for setting the election date, designating voting locations, and managing the election administration. The order is sponsored by Senator Karen Spilka and was adopted by the Senate on October 20, 2025. This action ensures a timely replacement of the senator following a vacancy.
Key provisions
- Establishes a special election to fill the vacancy in the First Middlesex Senatorial District.
- Details the process for setting the date of the special election.
- Specifies the requirements for designating polling locations.
- Outlines procedures for election administration.
- Authorizes the Senate to issue a precept for the special election.
Who is affected
- Voters in the First Middlesex Senatorial District of Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts State Election Administration
- The Massachusetts State Senate
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Primary sponsor
Karen E. Spilka
Cosponsor
Karen E. Spilka
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Order S.2656 194th (Current)
Precept setting forth the Special Election to fill the vacancy of the First Middlesex Senatorial District
Senate, October 20, 2025 -- Order (Senator Spilka) relative to a precept setting forth the Special Election to fill the vacancy of the First Middlesex Senatorial District
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Sponsor: Karen E. Spilka
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| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended and adopted |
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