An Act pertaining to Holyoke's residency requirement
This bill amends the Holyoke City Charter to establish a two-year residency requirement for anyone seeking elected office in the city. Under the new rule, candidates must be U.S. citizens and have lived in Holyoke for at least two years before they are eligible to run for any elected position. The change takes effect immediately upon passage and applies to all future elections, ensuring that only long-term residents can hold public office.
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Pat Duffy
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