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GA HB1142
Bill
Status
Passed
6/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Mickey Channell
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AI Summary
- Amends the 2005 Act that created the Putnam County Board of Elections and Registration, revising provisions on board composition, member selection, qualifications, terms, and administrative procedures
- The five-member board consists of two members appointed by each of the two major political parties' county executive committee chairpersons (based on gubernatorial vote totals) and one member selected by the Putnam County governing authority, who serves as chairperson
- Appointments must be ratified by a majority of the respective party executive committees; if chairpersons fail to appoint members at least 30 days before the term begins, the county governing authority fills the positions
- The board is authorized to appoint a full-time election supervisor, paid from county funds, who directs daily administration and serves at the pleasure of the board
- Board members must be Putnam County residents and registered voters for at least one year prior to appointment, may not hold elective public office, and are subject to removal for cause by the chief judge of the Superior Court of Putnam County
Legislative Description
Putnam County; board of elections and registration; create
Last Action
Effective Date
6/2/2010
Committee Referrals
State and Local Governmental Operations3/8/2010
Intragovernmental Coordination - Local2/10/2010
Full Bill Text
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