HB 2369
An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in returns of primaries and elections, further providing for appeals to court from decisions of the county board and for Secretary of the Commonwealth to tabulate, compute and canvass returns; and, in recounts and contests, further providing for entry and effect of decision and providing for appeal.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to streamline the process for appealing decisions made by county election boards and for the Secretary of the Commonwealth to tabulate and certify election results. It establishes a timeline for court appeals from these decisions, requiring them to be heard and decided within seven days of filing. The bill also clarifies procedures for the Secretary of the Commonwealth to provide timely updates on tabulation efforts and outlines the process for entry and effect of court decisions in recounts and contests.
Key provisions
- Establishes a seven-day timeline for hearing appeals from county board decisions.
- Requires the Secretary of the Commonwealth to provide timely updates if tabulation deadlines are at risk.
- Clarifies the process for entry and effect of court decisions in recounts and contests.
- Specifies a one-day appeal window to the Supreme Court from a judge’s decision.
- Sets a deadline for the Supreme Court to issue a determination on appeals, no later than seven days before presidential electors meet.
- Mandates the Secretary of the Commonwealth to notify key officials of potential delays in tabulation.
- Updates sections regarding the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s responsibilities for tabulation and certification.
- Addresses procedures for determining the candidate with the most legal votes in contests.
Who is affected
- Voters
- County Election Boards
- The Secretary of the Commonwealth
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Primary sponsor
Benjamin Sanchez
Cosponsors
Danielle Friel Otten
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