Massachusetts 190th Legislature (2017-2018) Status: Died 1 I cosponsors

H 3861 — An Act authorizing persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in the Town of Wendell

Last action — Accompanied a study order, see H4252

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 190th Legislature (2017-2018). It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

By Ms. Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3861) of Susannah M. Whipps (by vote of the town) that the town of Wendell be authorized to allow persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]

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Action History

  1. Accompanied a study order, see H4252

  2. Hearing scheduled for 10/12/2017 from 02:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1

  3. Senate concurred

  4. Referred to the committee on Election Laws

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does H 3861 do?
By Ms. Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3861) of Susannah M. Whipps (by vote of the town) that the town of Wendell be authorized to allow persons sixteen years of age or older to vote in town elections in said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
Who sponsors H 3861?
H 3861 is sponsored by Susannah M. Whipps (Unenrolled).
What is the current status of H 3861?
This bill died with 190th Legislature (2017-2018). It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H 3861?
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