Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4769: An Act authorizing extending local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in the city known as the town of Amherst
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Plain-language summary
HD 4769 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing extending local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in the city known as the town of Amherst. It lists 2 additional sponsors.
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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. 4190) of Mindy Domb and Joanne M. Comerford (with the approval of the town council) that the city known as the town of Amherst be authorized to extend local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in said town. 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.