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CT HB05253
Bill
Status
2/22/2012
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Witkos
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AI Summary
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Requires the State Elections Enforcement Commission to issue written determinations upon request regarding whether explanatory texts for local ballot proposals are neutral and do not advocate for or against approval.
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Allows municipal attorneys to submit explanatory texts to the State Elections Enforcement Commission for review before distribution to voters.
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Maintains existing requirements that explanatory texts be prepared by municipal clerks, approved by municipal attorneys, and specify the intent and purpose of proposals without advocating approval or disapproval.
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Effective July 1, 2012, and amends General Statutes sections 9-7b(a) and 9-369b(a).
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning A Determination Of The Neutrality Of Explanatory Texts Used In Local Proposals Or Questions.
Last Action
Public Hearing 02/27
2/23/2012