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MA H4738

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Duffy

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Replaces Section 12 of the Holyoke City Charter to modernize notification procedures for special City Council meetings

  • Authorizes the Mayor or City Council President to call special meetings by providing electronic notification to all Council members at least 48 hours in advance

  • Requires notifications to include a statement of subjects to be considered at the special meeting

  • Allows Council members to opt for alternative notification methods including mail, hand delivery to residence, or delivery to City Hall desk

  • Repeals inconsistent provisions from Chapter 438 of the Acts of 1896 and Chapter 327 of the Acts of 1936

Legislative Description

Regarding special meetings of the Holyoke City Council

Last Action

Read second and ordered to a third reading

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Steering, Policy and Scheduling3/12/2026
Municipalities and Regional Government11/10/2025

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