HI SB223

Changes the authority to object to nomination papers from "an officer" of a political party to "the chairperson" of a political party, with specific requirements to send notice electronically to the chief election officer or county clerk.

Requires the chief election officer or county clerk to publish a list of all candidates who filed nomination papers on their websites within 24 hours after the close of the filing deadline.

Establishes a 7-calendar-day timeline for candidates to challenge objections filed by a political party chairperson through judicial review or review by the chief election officer, with candidates deemed ineligible unless the party withdraws the objection or the candidate files for review.

Allows the prevailing party in a judicial review of an objection to be awarded attorney's fees and costs.

Removes the requirement for political parties to file complaints directly in circuit court, consolidating the process through the chief election officer or county clerk instead.