NC H766

Eliminates the requirement for a "substantial plurality" (40% threshold) in primary elections; nominations now determined by simple plurality of votes cast.

Removes the second primary election process entirely; candidates with the highest vote totals in the first primary are declared nominees without option for runoff.

Simplifies election procedures by removing references to second primaries throughout election law, including provisions for voter registration, absentee voting, and campaign finance reporting.

Changes county board of education elections to use plurality voting method under G.S. 163-292 with no runoff elections allowed.

Becomes effective for primaries and elections held on or after January 1, 2014.