S.3201

Makes several amendments to provide for an online nomination paper portal for election nomination papers.

Introduced·4/3/26
Introduced Text

Establishes an online nomination paper portal for voters to electronically sign nomination papers for candidates.

This bill amends the General Laws to allow voters to electronically sign nomination papers through an online portal. Voters must provide personal information and affirm the accuracy of their information under penalty of perjury. The online portal must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. The portal can be implemented for the 2028 presidential preference primary and subsequent elections. The Secretary of State can use federal funds to establish the portal.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

10 Yea

DDDDDDDDRD

0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 7

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 7

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

Apr 3

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)