An Act authorizing extending local voting rights for lawful permanent residents residing in the City known as the Town of Amherst

This bill authorizes the town of Amherst in Massachusetts to allow lawful permanent residents who are at least 18 years old to register and vote in local elections. Under the new rules, these residents can vote on town offices and local ballot questions after applying to the town clerk, though the town council may create specific guidelines to manage this process. The legislation explicitly clarifies that this voting right is limited to local matters and does not extend to state or federal elections.