HB 2327
An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; and, in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and county boards of elections. Specifically, it requires the Secretary to develop and maintain a uniform naming convention for election districts, and it directs county boards to follow this convention and assign names as directed by the Secretary. The bill also includes provisions for updating the naming convention as needed.
Key provisions
- The Secretary of the Commonwealth must develop a uniform naming convention for election districts.
- County boards of elections must follow the Secretary’s uniform naming convention.
- County boards must assign election district names as directed by the Secretary.
- The Secretary is authorized to update the naming convention as needed.
- The bill amends existing sections of the Pennsylvania Election Code.
- It clarifies the powers and duties of the Secretary and county boards.
- It establishes a process for updating election district naming conventions.
Who is affected
- The Secretary of the Commonwealth
- County Boards of Elections
- Voters in Pennsylvania
- County Commissioners
- Election officials
Notable changes
- Establishes a standardized naming convention for election districts.
- Defines the responsibilities of the Secretary and county boards in implementing this convention.
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Primary sponsor
John Inglis III
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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