HD 2626 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act regarding the recall of elected officers of the town of Sharon

This bill (HD 2626) establishes a formal process for Sharon town voters to remove elected officials through a petition-based recall. It requires at least 50 registered voters to initiate a recall petition, which must be signed by 10% of registered voters (including full addresses) and include specific grounds like felony convictions, ethics violations, or poor attendance - **not** voting decisions or opinions. The town clerk verifies signatures, and if sufficient, the select board schedules a recall election within 64-90 days, allowing the official to run against themselves. The process prohibits recalls within 6 months of taking office or during the final 6 months of a term.
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