Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

H 3918: An Act granting the city of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old

In committee Last action April 2, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)

Plain-language summary

H 3918 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on March 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act granting the city of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Primary sponsor: Christine Barber (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Christine Barber (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.