H3918Introduced in the House
Granting the city of Somerville the authority to provide legal voting rights in municipal elections for City of Somerville residents aged 16 and 17 years old
Introduced by Christine Barber, District 34-MID
What does this bill do?
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Official description
That the city of Somerville be authorized to provide voting rights in municipal elections for certain residents aged 16 and 17 years old. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]
Where it stands
Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)
April 2, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Referred to the Joint Committee on Election Laws
Senate concurred
Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in B-1
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)
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