H823

Relative to election emergencies

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

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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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 8, 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 27, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1

Jun 27, 2025

House

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