Pt. 2, c. I, § III, Art. I
Representation of the people
Structure
The Legislature
Partly superseded
Pt. 2, c. I · Legislative Power
Official text rightpowerlimitif conditionlegal term
There shall be, in the legislature of this commonwealth, a representation of the people, [annually] elected, and founded upon the principle of equality.
Note (Massachusetts Legislature): [See Amendments, Art. LXIV.]
Simplified explanation
The legislature shall include a representation of the people, elected and founded upon the principle of equality. The bracketed word "annually" is printed as superseded.