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MA H5001

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Allows eligible individuals to register to vote or update their address on Election Day at their polling place during voting hours by presenting proof of residency and signing a written oath certifying citizenship, age (18+), and eligibility

  • Accepts proof of residency including valid photo ID, utility bills, bank statements, government checks, residential leases, paychecks, or student documents showing name and address

  • Requires registrants to sign an oath acknowledging that providing false information is a felony punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment or a fine up to $10,000, or both

  • Permits provisional ballots for those without proper ID, with deadlines to provide documentation: before polls close (municipal elections), within 2 business days (state primaries), or within 6 days (state elections)

  • Does not apply to town meeting registration and prohibits changing party enrollment at primaries; takes effect January 1, 2028

Legislative Description

Relative to election day registration

Last Action

Senate concurred

2/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available