Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 4189: An Act relative to the implementation of elements of the charter for the city known as the town of Amherst
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 4189 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on June 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the implementation of elements of the charter for the city known as the town of Amherst. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Domb of Amherst and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4189) of Mindy Domb and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the town council) relative to ranked choice voting in the town of Amherst. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Comerford | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| Mindy Domb | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Hampshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5253 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Election Laws