H851

To ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a commission to ensure an accurate and equitable census count in Massachusetts.

The bill establishes the Massachusetts census equity commission to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count. The commission will develop and implement outreach programs targeting undercounted communities, including those with barriers to proper counting. Programs will include school-based initiatives, partnerships with non-profits, and a multilingual campaign. The commission will submit reports to the governor and legislative committees, and the secretary of the commonwealth will seek federal funding.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Election Laws Hearing

History

Apr 2

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (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