Massachusetts H823 establishes procedures for postponing and extending election periods during emergencies.
Massachusetts H823 amends Chapter 54 of the General Laws to allow the state secretary to postpone or extend qualifying periods for candidates and election dates during emergencies. The bill also mandates the creation of an elections emergency contingency plan by the secretary of the commonwealth. This plan must include procedures for handling suspended or delayed elections and alternate voting methods. Postponements or extensions cannot exceed 45 days.
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