H853

Reforming the composition of the boards of registrars of voters

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H853 amends the composition of boards of registrars of voters to ensure balanced representation from political parties and unenrolled.

Massachusetts H853 revises the rules for appointing members to boards of registrars of voters. The bill mandates that board members should represent the two leading political parties and unenrolled voters, ensuring a balanced representation. Notably, city or town clerks do not need to be enrolled in a political party. The bill also restricts the number of members from any political party or designation to no more than two. This change aims to maintain a fair and representative composition of the boards of registrars of voters.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

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