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MO HB1982

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2010

Primary Sponsor

Michele Kratky

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Chapter 21, RSMo by adding section 21.135 regarding vacancies in the General Assembly.

  • Eliminates the need for an election to fill a state representative or state senator vacancy if the number of candidates filed (including write-in candidates) equals the number of vacant positions.

  • Applies only when the only ballot questions involve filling the unexpired term of a state representative or state senator.

  • Allows the candidate to assume office at the same time and manner as if they had been elected, without holding an election.

Legislative Description

Allows for the cancellation of an election to fill a vacancy in the General Assembly under certain specified conditions

Last Action

Referred: Elections (H)

5/14/2010

Committee Referrals

Elections5/14/2010

Full Bill Text

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