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MO HB723

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/2/2011

Primary Sponsor

Michael Corcoran

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Chapter 21, RSMo by adding Section 21.135 regarding vacancies in the General Assembly
  • Eliminates the requirement to hold an election to fill a vacancy for state representative or state senator if the number of candidates filing (including write-in candidates) equals the number of vacant positions
  • Applies only when the sole ballot question is filling the unexpired term for state representative or state senator
  • The candidate automatically assumes office at the same time and in the same manner as if elected, without an election being held

Legislative Description

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

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

4/5/2011

Committee Referrals

Elections3/10/2011

Full Bill Text

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