An Act amending the special act charter of the city of Northampton to allow residents sixteen years of age or older to vote in preliminary and city elections

This bill amends Northampton's city charter to allow residents aged 16 or older to vote in all city elections, including preliminary, special, and regular elections. It directly affects Northampton residents who are 16 years old or older, expanding voting eligibility beyond the current standard age. The key change adds a new voting qualification section to the city charter, stating that such residents are eligible to vote unless disqualified under state law. This policy change applies only to local city elections, not state or federal elections.