HB 2702
Relating to vacancies in offices of state officials
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies the process for filling vacancies in state offices, including those held by constitutional officers like the Secretary of State and Treasurer. It allows the Governor to appoint an acting official to perform the duties of the office until a permanent appointment is made, following a list of qualified candidates submitted by the political party. The bill also outlines specific procedures for filling vacancies in judicial positions, with provisions for elections and special candidate filing periods depending on the timing of the vacancy relative to elections.
Key provisions
- The Governor can appoint an acting official to handle the duties of state offices until a permanent appointment is made.
- The Governor must appoint from a list of three qualified candidates submitted by the political party holding the office.
- Specific procedures exist for filling vacancies in Supreme Court of Appeals, Intermediate Court of Appeals, circuit court, and family court judicial positions.
- A special candidate filing period is established when a vacancy occurs close to a general election.
- The bill addresses election timelines and procedures for vacancies occurring before, during, or after candidate filing periods.
- It clarifies the process for magistrate vacancies, referencing existing magistrate appointment procedures.
- The bill provides for continuation of appointments beyond the end of an unexpired term if an election is required.
- It specifies that the Governor must consult with the party executive committee when selecting candidates.
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