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H 880

An Act relative to city and town clerks mailing of early voting ballots

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donnie Berthiaume and 1 co-sponsor

Overview: Bill Number: H 880, Title: An Act relative to city and town clerks mailing of early voting ballots, Status: Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1

Accompanied a study order, see H5311 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 880

Overview: Bill Number: H 880, Title: An Act relative to city and town clerks mailing of early voting ballots, Status: Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1, Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to address issues with the mailing of early voting ballots by city and town clerks. The goal is to ensure that all eligible voters receive their ballots in a timely manner and can participate in the electoral process.

Key Provisions:
- Requires city and town clerks to mail early voting ballots to all eligible voters at least 21 days prior to an election
- Establishes guidelines and deadlines for the mailing of early voting ballots
- Provides funding and resources to support the timely distribution of ballots

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Eligible voters in cities and towns will benefit from the timely receipt of their early voting ballots
- City and town clerks will be responsible for adhering to the new mailing requirements and deadlines

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently scheduled for a public hearing on June 17, 2025
- If passed, the new mailing requirements would take effect for the next scheduled election

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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