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Election Day Voter Registration Resolution (Question 4)

At a glance

  • What: a resolution supporting Massachusetts ballot Question 4 to establish Election Day voter registration.
  • Where it stands: adopted October 7, 12 in favor, on Councilor Louijeune's motion after a favorable committee report.

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Log

  • 2026-10-07 - City Council - The committee had heard from the Boston Elections Department and advocacy groups. The resolution was adopted by roll call, 12 in favor.
  • 2026-10-02 - Census, Redistricting, and Elections Committee - Committee hearing on Docket 1805 with advocates (23 states and D.C. have same-day registration; Massachusetts would not implement until 2028). Louijeune said it would go to a council vote the following Wednesday.