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GA HB1482
Bill
Status
Engrossed
4/1/2010
Primary Sponsor
Glenn Baker
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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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