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MA H879
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tommy Vitolo
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AI Summary
- Towns may postpone any town meeting for up to 14 calendar days with moderator approval when a short-term emergency prevents the meeting from occurring as scheduled
- Moderators must provide notice of rescheduled meetings at least 48 hours in advance using standard town meeting notice procedures
- For emergencies expected to last more than 14 days, towns may request attorney general approval to hold town meetings under the alternative rules established in Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021
- Towns may also request attorney general approval to hold public meetings and hearings under the 2021 emergency rules for extended emergencies, with requests submitted by the select board chair or mayor
- All actions taken under these emergency provisions are ratified and validated as if conducted under normal applicable laws
Legislative Description
To preserve local decision making during an emergency
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
6/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Election Laws2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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