SB 750
Clarifying process for filling vacancies in Legislature
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify the process for filling vacancies in the West Virginia State Legislature. It outlines a procedure for selecting three legally qualified individuals to replace a senator or House of Delegates member when a vacancy occurs. The bill allows for virtual interviews if more than three candidates apply and establishes a process for vacancy committees, including the possibility of a county-level committee for districts entirely within a single county. It also specifies requirements for candidate eligibility and submission of lists to the Governor.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for selecting three qualified candidates to fill legislative vacancies.
- Allows for virtual candidate interviews when more than three candidates apply.
- Provides for the formation of vacancy committees, potentially at the county level.
- Specifies the criteria for candidate eligibility, including residency requirements.
- Outlines the responsibilities of the state party chairman and district committees in the selection process.
- Details the method for submitting candidate lists to the Governor.
- Establishes a voting process for the vacancy committee to select the three candidates.
- Clarifies the process for submitting lists of qualified candidates based on the candidate’s previous political party affiliation.
Who is affected
- West Virginia State Senators
- Members of the West Virginia House of Delegates
- Political Party Executives
- County Executive Committees
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