Massachusetts § 12 - Bi-partisan boards; political affiliations of members
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 12 — Bi-partisan boards; political affiliations of members, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12. Bi-partisan boards; political affiliations of members
Section 12. Establishment, cancellation or change of enrollment in a political party shall, for the purposes of any law establishing or limiting the number of members of any board, commission or other body who shall or may be members of any political party or the same political party, take effect two years thereafter. Any enrollment required for appointment to such a board, commission, or other body must have been maintained continuously during the two years immediately preceding appointment.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 12
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 12 cover?
Section 12 ("Bi-partisan boards; political affiliations of members") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 12?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 12" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 12 apply to my situation?
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