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GA HB1482

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/1/2010

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Baker

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Origin

House of Representatives

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes a nonbinding, advisory referendum for City of Stockbridge electors to determine how city councilmembers should be elected, held during the November 2010 statewide general election
  • Presents voters with three options: (A) continue electing five councilmembers at large, (B) four councilmembers from election districts plus two at large, or (C) five from election districts plus one at large
  • If the combined votes for Options B and C exceed votes for Option A, the Stockbridge delegation intends to introduce legislation at the 2011 Regular Session reflecting whichever district-based option (B or C) received the most votes
  • Election results must be certified to the Secretary of State and to all General Assembly members whose districts overlap with the City of Stockbridge
  • All election expenses are to be borne by the City of Stockbridge, and the referendum is subject to compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965

Legislative Description

Stockbridge, City of; councilmember elections; advisory referendum; provide

Last Action

Senate Notice to Reconsider

4/29/2010

Committee Referrals

State and Local Governmental Operations4/12/2010
Intragovernmental Coordination - Local3/30/2010

Full Bill Text

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