H4055

Relative to recall elections in the town of Lanesborough

Introduced·4/24/25
Introduced Text

Establishes recall elections for town officials in Lanesborough, Massachusetts.

This bill establishes a process for recall elections in the town of Lanesborough, Massachusetts. Any office holder of elective office in the town may be recalled by registered voters for reasons including lack of fitness, neglect of duties, corruption, misfeasance, or violation of oath. The recall process begins when ten registered voters file an affidavit with the town clerk. If the officer does not resign within seven days, the select board must order an election within 60 to 90 days.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Election Laws Hearing

History

Mar 19

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)

Jun 10, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1

Jun 10, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order