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CO SB030
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2010
Primary Sponsor
Michael Kopp
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AI Summary
- Replaces gubernatorial appointment of US Senate vacancies with a special election process held between 75 and 90 days after the vacancy occurs
- Prevents senatorial vacancy elections from being held during the 90-day period before a general election
- Extends existing congressional vacancy election procedures to cover senatorial vacancy elections, including nomination by convention, petition processes, and voter registration requirements
- Applies standard election administration requirements including ballot certification, canvassing, voting system standards, and post-election audits to senatorial vacancy elections
- Takes effect August 11, 2010, unless subject to a referendum petition requiring voter approval in November 2010
Legislative Description
Spec Election For Vacant US Senate Seat
Last Action
Senate Committee on State, Veterans & Military Affairs Postpone Indefinitely
1/27/2010
Committee Referrals
State, Veterans & Military Affairs1/13/2010
Full Bill Text
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