An Act relative to recall elections in the town of Danvers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a process for holding recall elections in the town of Danvers, Massachusetts. It allows residents to petition for a recall election if they believe an elected official is not fulfilling their duties. The bill outlines the procedures for gathering signatures, conducting the election, and replacing the official if a recall election is successful. This legislation responds to a petition from the town of Danvers seeking to implement recall elections.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for initiating recall elections in Danvers.
- Specifies the requirements for gathering signatures to trigger a recall election.
- Outlines the procedures for conducting a recall election in Danvers.
- Details the process for replacing an elected official if a recall election is successful.
- Requires the town of Danvers to approve the implementation of this process.
- Addresses the timing and logistics of a recall election.
Who is affected
- Residents of Danvers
- Elected officials in Danvers
- The town government of Danvers
Notable changes
- Creates a mechanism for recalling elected officials in Danvers, which may not currently exist.
- Defines the specific steps involved in a recall election process.
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