HD 784 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act in furtherance of the Citizens Commission concerning a Constitutional Amendment to secure government of the people

This bill extends the existence of the Citizens Commission, which reviews constitutional amendment proposals, until December 31, 2028. It adds specific rules for filling vacancies on the Commission: appointing authorities must fill vacancies within 30 days by selecting from prior applicants or new applicants, and must publicly post the appointment details. The bill directly affects the Commission’s operations and the process for selecting its members. It makes no substantive changes to constitutional amendment procedures, only clarifying the Commission’s timeline and vacancy management.
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