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AR HJR1012

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

Nate Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Arkansas Constitution Article 3 by adding Section 13 governing elections with only one candidate
  • Authorizes the General Assembly to enact laws allowing a sole qualified candidate to be declared elected without appearing on the ballot after all filing deadlines have passed
  • Requires the single candidate's name to be certified as elected in the same manner as if voted upon at the election
  • Permits the election to be cancelled if no other offices or issues appear on the ballot
  • Applies to primary elections, special primary elections, general elections, and special elections

Legislative Description

A Constitutional Amendment Authorizing The General Assembly To Enact Laws Governing Elections In Which There Is Only One Candidate For An Office.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

4/22/2015

Committee Referrals

Constitutional Amendments2/11/2015

Full Bill Text

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