An Act authorizing the town of Berkley to recall elected officials
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the town of Berkley, Massachusetts, to initiate a recall process for its elected officials. It essentially creates a mechanism for residents to remove elected officials from office before the end of their term through a recall election. This legislation is a revised version of a previous bill, S.2552, and is currently being considered by the House of Representatives. The bill aims to provide Berkley residents with a tool to hold their elected officials accountable.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the town of Berkley to conduct recall elections.
- Establishes the procedures for initiating and conducting a recall election.
- Specifies the grounds for initiating a recall petition.
- Outlines the process for verifying signatures on a recall petition.
- Defines the timeline for holding a recall election.
- Details the requirements for a successful recall election.
- Provides for the replacement of an elected official following a successful recall.
Who is affected
- Residents of Berkley, Massachusetts
- Elected officials in Berkley, Massachusetts
- The town government of Berkley
Notable changes
- This bill is a new draft (S.3018) replacing an earlier version (S.2552).
- It specifically focuses on authorizing recall elections for Berkley's elected officials.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Norman J. Orrall
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