S.B. NO. 160 - Summary

• Changes the deadline to file nomination papers from the first Tuesday in June to the first Tuesday in May for members of Congress, state offices, county offices, and board of trustees for the office of Hawaiian affairs.

• Moves the filing deadline approximately one month earlier to align with the primary election date that was recently advanced from September to August.

• Provides candidates with approximately three months before the primary election to file nomination papers, allowing greater public exposure and awareness of candidates.

• Applies the new deadline to all special primary or special elections as determined by proclamation under state law or county charter.

• Takes effect upon approval.