Massachusetts § 42E - Voter registration affidavit forms for college, high school and vocational school students
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 42E — Voter registration affidavit forms for college, high school and vocational school students, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42E. Voter registration affidavit forms for college, high school and vocational school students
Section 42E. All public and independent colleges, universities, high schools and vocational schools shall make available affidavit of voter registration forms at all locations where students may register for classes. Such locations shall be published along with the annual course listing for students or in some other schoolwide publication. Every such school shall publicize the availability of such voter registration affidavit forms within the school.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 42E
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 42E cover?
Section 42E ("Voter registration affidavit forms for college, high school and vocational school students") 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 § 42E?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 42E apply to my situation?
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