SB 64
Requiring resolutions for constitutional amendments include language to be on official ballots
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Bill overview
This bill requires that any resolutions proposing changes to the West Virginia Constitution include a description of the proposed amendment on the official ballots. The bill mandates that the ballot commission in each county place the title, summary, and description of each constitutional amendment alongside the voting options on the ballot, mirroring the language from the original legislative resolution. This ensures voters have clear information about the proposed changes before casting their ballots.
Key provisions
- Requires joint resolutions proposing constitutional amendments to include a description of the proposed amendment.
- Specifies that the ballot commission must include the title, summary, and description of each amendment on the official ballot.
- Ensures the description on the ballot matches the language in the original legislative resolution.
- Establishes a designated section on the ballot for constitutional amendments.
- Outlines a numbering system for amendments on the ballot.
- Clarifies the role of the Secretary of State in providing titles and summaries if the Legislature fails to do so.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Voters
- West Virginia Legislature
- West Virginia Ballot Commissioners
- West Virginia Secretary of State
- State of West Virginia
Notable changes
- Previously, the Secretary of State was responsible for supplying titles and summaries if the Legislature did not include them.
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