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AL SB17
Bill
AI Summary
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Reduces the petition signature requirement for independent candidates seeking statewide office from 3 percent to 1.5 percent of qualified electors who cast ballots for Governor in the last general election.
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Maintains the 3 percent signature requirement for independent candidates running for local offices such as county positions.
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Independent candidates for statewide office must file their petition with the Secretary of State on or before 5:00 P.M. on the date of the first primary election.
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Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.
Legislative Description
Elections, independent candidates for statewide office, number of names required to gain ballot access, reduced, Sec. 17-9-3 am'd.
Elections
Last Action
Pending third reading on day 4 Favorable from Constitution, Campaign Finance, Ethics, and Elections with 1 substitute
6/1/2011