MA H869

Implements ranked choice voting for all offices elected at annual and special town elections in Acton, Massachusetts, with exceptions for races where candidates number 2 or fewer (single-seat) or equal to or fewer than seats available (multi-seat)

Establishes round-by-round tabulation for single-seat races where last-place candidates are eliminated until one candidate remains with the most votes

Creates a proportional representation system for multi-seat races using an election threshold, with surplus votes from elected candidates transferred at reduced value to remaining candidates

Allows batch elimination of multiple last-place candidates when their combined vote total is less than any other continuing candidate's individual total

Authorizes the Select Board and Town Clerk to make necessary adjustments to ensure election integrity, with implementation no sooner than 2025