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CT SB01532

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Government Administration and Elections Committee

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Origin

Senate

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • State Elections Enforcement Commission employees would be prohibited from making political contributions, participating in campaign activities, soliciting votes, publicly endorsing candidates, displaying political buttons or stickers, and serving as party convention delegates, effective January 1, 2026

  • Employees would be barred from organizing political parties or clubs, acting as poll watchers on behalf of candidates, driving voters to polls for a party, or circulating nominating petitions

  • Existing prohibitions on commission members and employees remain in effect, including bans on running for office, holding elected positions, and serving as political party officers

  • Employees would retain the right to register to vote, register with a political party, vote in elections, and contribute to the Citizens' Election Fund

  • Employees may serve on non-elective municipal boards and participate in local government meetings, provided they do not advocate for political parties or candidates

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Nonpartisanship Of State Elections Enforcement Commission Employees.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/24

3/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Government Administration and Elections3/19/2025

Full Bill Text

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