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

H 870: An Act granting the town of Acton the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town residents aged 16 and 17 years old

In committee Last action March 19, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)

Plain-language summary

H 870 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act granting the town of Acton the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for town residents aged 16 and 17 years old. It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27).

Sponsors

Sponsors: see the full page. 3 co-sponsors.