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HD 2264

An Act relative to the voting procedures for presidential electors

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Kim Ferguson and 4 co-sponsors

Massachusetts would award presidential electors by congressional district instead of winner-take-all, fragmenting state electoral power and potentially reducing influence in close elections.

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Bill Summary · HD 2264

Legislative bill overview

HD 2264 modifies how Massachusetts allocates its presidential electors by implementing a district-based system instead of the current winner-take-all method. Under this proposal, two electors would be awarded to the statewide popular vote winner, while the remaining electors would be allocated based on which candidate wins each congressional district.

Why is this important

This change would reshape how Massachusetts influences presidential elections and could alter the state's political leverage. It represents a fundamental shift from the current system where all electors go to the statewide winner, potentially fragmenting Massachusetts' electoral power while increasing representation for geographically dispersed political minorities.

Potential points of contention

  • Electoral power reduction: Moving from winner-take-all to district allocation could dilute Massachusetts' influence in close presidential races, as the state's electoral votes would be more divided rather than consolidated
  • Partisan implications: Maine and Nebraska already use district systems; this change could affect which party benefits in Massachusetts and potentially incentivize adoption in other states, fundamentally altering the Electoral College dynamic
  • Representation fairness debate: Supporters argue it better reflects diverse voter preferences within the state, while critics contend it undermines democratic representation by potentially awarding electors to candidates who lose the state's popular vote

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

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