Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 835: An Act amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 835 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending the home rule charter of the city of Easthampton. Primary sponsor: Homar Gomez (Democratic). 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 Gómez of Easthampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 835) of Homar Gómez (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Easthampton be authorized to amend the charter of said city relative to ranked choice voting. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homar Gomez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd 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