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MA S7
Bill
AI Summary
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Proposes amending Article III of the Massachusetts Constitution to restore voting rights to persons incarcerated in correctional facilities due to felony convictions
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Removes language added by Article CXX that currently excludes incarcerated felons from voting eligibility
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Requires approval by a majority of all elected members of the Senate and House in joint session during the 2025-2026 legislative session
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Must be similarly approved in a joint session of the next General Court (2027-2028) and then by voters in a statewide election to take effect
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Similar legislation was filed in the previous session as Senate No. 8 of 2023-2024
Legislative Description
Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to voting rights
Last Action
Placed on file, in concurrence
5/1/2025