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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill modifies California election procedures primarily related to consolidating elections. It allows political subdivisions to file election resolution with the elections official instead of the board of supervisors, streamlines election canvassing authority, and eliminates a limit on the number of instruction cards provided to voters at polling places. The bill also clarifies procedures for proclaiming open and closed polls and documenting election irregularities.
Key provisions
- Allows political subdivisions to file election resolutions with the elections official instead of the board of supervisors.
- Changes election canvassing authority to the elections official for consolidated elections.
- Eliminates the maximum limit of 12 instruction cards provided to voters.
- Requires precinct board members to proclaim when polls are open and closed.
- Clarifies procedures for documenting election irregularities and recount requests.
- Updates the requirements for materials provided to polling places.
Who is affected
- Voters
- County Elections Officials
- Political Subdivisions (cities, counties, districts)
- Board of Supervisors
- Statewide Election Officials
Notable changes
- Reduces the administrative burden for political subdivisions consolidating elections.
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Sponsors
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1 on record
Primary sponsor
Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments
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