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MA H819
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mindy Domb
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AI Summary
- Candidate names for state primary nominations and state office elections must be listed in random order generated by the Secretary of State, rather than the current ordering system
- Ballots may no longer include any notation or designation indicating that a candidate is an incumbent or seeking re-election
- Amends Chapter 53 (nominations) and Chapter 54 (elections) of the General Laws by removing existing provisions governing candidate name ordering
- Effective date: January 1, 2026
- Similar legislation (H.678) was filed in the 2023-2024 legislative session
Legislative Description
Relative to random placement for candidate names and removal of incumbent information on primary and state ballots
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
6/10/2025
Committee Referrals
Election Laws2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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