An Act relative to the nomination process for candidates for town meeting in Milford
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This amendment modifies the process for nominating candidates to serve on town meetings in Milford. It establishes a new system where candidates can be nominated by petition, allowing more residents to participate in the selection process. The amendment also outlines specific requirements for gathering signatures on these petitions and establishes a timeline for the nomination period. It aims to increase the diversity of candidates and provide more opportunities for community involvement in town meeting elections.
Key provisions
- Candidates can be nominated through a petition circulated among Milford residents.
- Petitions must include a minimum number of signatures from registered Milford voters.
- The amendment sets a deadline for submitting nomination petitions.
- It specifies procedures for verifying the validity of signatures.
- It clarifies the role of the Milford Town Clerk in managing the nomination process.
- The amendment establishes a timeline for the nomination and election process.
- It requires the town meeting to hold a public hearing on the nominated candidates.
Who is affected
- Residents of Milford
- Town Meeting Candidates
- Milford Town Government
- Registered Voters in Milford
- Town Election Boards
Notable changes
- Introduces a petition-based nomination system for town meeting candidates.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Rebecca L. Rausch
Cosponsor
Rebecca L. Rausch
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