IN HB1255

Elected officials who cease to reside in their election district automatically vacate their office on the date they move, and must provide resignation notice at least 30 days before relocating outside the district

Voters residing in an elected official's district may file a petition with the associated legislative body to challenge whether the official has ceased residency, triggering a public hearing within 45 days

Legislative bodies must issue written determinations stating whether the official resides in the district, the date residency ceased if applicable, and whether the official must reimburse compensation received or pay proceeding costs

Officials whose residency is challenged remain considered residents until the legislative body rules otherwise, and may participate in deliberations but cannot vote on their own case if they serve on that body

Officials who exercise powers after ceasing residency are classified as "de facto officers," though their official acts cannot be legally challenged based on this status