Massachusetts voting rights expand, become law

Kristina Fontes, The Taunton Daily Gazette
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Good morning, Taunton! Today is Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. Let's take a look at today's top stories:

Massachusetts voting rights expand, become law

The VOTES act has made 2020 election reforms permanent in Massachusetts, expanding voting rights in the Bay State.

With the September primaries looming, we take a look at what this means for voters, and how their options for accessing the ballot box have expanded.

We've also got a comprehensive look at voting rights here in Massachusetts, so you can be aware of your rights before you cast your vote.

Residents vote in Taunton in this undated file photo.
Residents vote in Taunton in this undated file photo.

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This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Taunton Daily Gazette Daily Briefing newsletter August 24 2022