MassachusettsScituate's elected town moderator would serve three-year terms
If approved, Scituate would set a three-year term for its elected moderator, while the current moderator could finish the existing term.
What it does
If approved, elected moderators in Scituate would serve three-year terms after the current moderator finishes the elected term or leaves office sooner.
Argument forA three-year term could give Scituate's elected moderator more time to gain experience before facing another election.
Argument againstA three-year term could make Scituate voters wait longer to choose a different moderator if they dislike the officeholder's work.
More detail
Scituate would set elected moderator terms at three years. This covers Scituate's elected town moderator. The current moderator would serve the rest of the elected term unless the moderator resigns, retires, or is removed sooner. The act would take effect upon passage; three-year terms would follow the current moderator's service.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 29Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional GovernmentIntroduced
Government & EthicsCivil Rights & Voting