Responsive Gov’s Grade TL;DR

The Massachusetts General Court did not make any substantial changes to its election laws during the 2024 session. And for yet another session, the Legislature failed to pass legislation to enact same-day registration in the state. Due to its lack of action as a top tier state, Massachusetts received a C+ on this year’s progress report.

Looking Back

Where Massachusetts Started at the Beginning of 2024

• Automatic Voter Registration: Secure AVR
• Online Voter Registration: DMV ID
• Same-Day Registration: No
• Restoration of Rights: Prison Disenfranchisement
• Vote by Mail: No-Excuse
• Electronic Registration Information Center Member: Yes
• Early Voting Opportunities: Regular Ballot Early Voting
• ID Requirements: No Document Required

Relying on the Cost of Voting Index for Massachusetts as of 2024, we considered the state a top tier state for pre-existing voting policy and compared its 2024 activity against other top tier states.

How Our Tier Compares

• COVI (2024): 12th
• EPI Score (2022): 9th
• CLC State Scorecard (2022): 8/10
• MAP Democracy Rating (2024): MEDIUM

2024: This Past Year

Legislative Action

The Massachusetts Legislature did not pass any significant election-related laws during the 2024 session.