NC H576

Allows county boards of commissioners to call special elections to fill vacant elective offices instead of appointing someone to the position.

Applies notwithstanding existing provisions in G.S. 153A-27, 153A-27.1, 162-5, or any other law requiring appointment of vacant offices.

Special election shall be conducted to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the term in the manner the board of commissioners directs.

County board of elections shall conduct the special election.

Effective upon enactment into law.