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ID H0673

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds a new "fixed habitation" residency requirement for state representative and senator candidates, requiring physical presence within the legislative district for one year prior to filing a declaration of candidacy

  • Defines "fixed habitation" as a residence where the candidate maintains actual physical presence and occupancy for at least 120 nights during the year preceding their candidacy filing

  • Retains existing requirements that candidates must be 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, and a registered elector within the district for one year preceding the general election

  • Candidates must file declarations of candidacy with the Secretary of State and pay a $30 filing fee

  • Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to provide for certain physical presence requirements for state representatives and senators.

ELECTIONS

Last Action

U.C. to be returned to State Affairs Committee

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/17/2026

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