An Act relative to town meeting accessibility
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, originating from a petition by the town of Burlington, addresses accessibility within town meetings in Massachusetts. It seeks to improve the processes and procedures surrounding town meetings, particularly focusing on making them more accessible to residents. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government and subsequently reported favorably.
Key provisions
- The bill aims to enhance accessibility to town meetings.
- It originates from a petition by the town of Burlington.
- It was referred to the House Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
- The bill was reported favorably by the committee.
- A hearing was scheduled for March 3, 2026, both in person and virtually.
- Rules were suspended and the bill was read a second and third time.
- The matter was placed on the Orders of the Day for the next sitting.
- The bill concerns town meeting form of government.
Who is affected
- Town residents in Massachusetts
- Town meeting participants
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Local government officials
- The Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
Notable changes
- The bill focuses specifically on improving accessibility to town meetings.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Kenneth I. Gordon
Cosponsor
Kenneth I. Gordon
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