Massachusetts H4132 grants Lexington lawful permanent residents local voting rights in municipal elections.
Massachusetts H4132 allows the town of Lexington to grant lawful permanent residents, also known as green card holders, local voting rights in municipal elections. These residents, termed "local voters," can vote in town elections and participate in Town Meetings. The Town Clerk must establish a separate registration list and print a special ballot for local questions. This act does not extend voting rights for state or federal offices or ballot questions. Lexington can create bylaws to implement these provisions.
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