HB1139:

Candidates for office; candidate for multiple offices at any one election.

Bill Summary:

Candidates for office; candidate for multiple
offices at any one election.
Removes the exception allowing a
candidate for federal or statewide office to have his name printed
on a ballot for two offices at an election or primary election. Under
current law, candidates for federal or statewide office and candidates
for an office being filled in a special election are exceptions to
the prohibition on persons having their name printed on a ballot
for more than one office. The bill retains the exception for candidates
in a special election.

Bill Patron: Adams, D.M.

Last Action(s):
(House) Tabled in Privileges and Elections (11-Y 10-N) January 21, 2022

Bill Status: