Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 4262: An Act to implement ranked choice voting in Boston
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 4262 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on July 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to implement ranked choice voting in Boston. Primary sponsor: Sam Montaño (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 11, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5413.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Montaño of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4262) of Samantha Montaño (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to ranked choice voting in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Montaño | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15th Suffolk |
“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 H5413
- Hearing scheduled for 02/10/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Election Laws