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MA S505

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Cynthia Creem

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Origin

Senate

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Allows eligible individuals to register to vote on Election Day or during early voting by appearing in person at their polling place or early voting site with proof of residence and completing a signed affidavit

  • Acceptable proof of residence includes a valid photo ID (such as a Massachusetts driver's license), utility bill, bank statement, government document, residential lease, paycheck, or student fee statement showing the registrant's name and address

  • Registrants who cannot provide proof of residence may cast a provisional ballot and must present documentation within 2 business days after a primary or 6 days after an election

  • False information on the registration affidavit is punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $5,000, or both

  • Voters cannot change party enrollment at a primary using same-day registration, and allegations of illegal registration or multiple voting must be investigated by the attorney general or district attorney

Legislative Description

Establishing same day voter registration

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

11/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means11/24/2025
Election Laws2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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