Elections; electoral board may provide for oaths of officers. (HB1643)

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√	Introduced
√	Passed Committee
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√	Passed Senate
√	Signed by Governor
√	Became Law

Description

Conduct of elections; service and oaths of officers of election; and prohibited activities and permitted observers at the polls. Provides that (i) the electoral board may provide for administering oaths for officers of election taking into account the hours of service of the officers; (ii) at least one party or candidate representative for each section of the pollbook shall be permitted as an observer in the polling place; and (iii) the wearing of apparel, stickers, or buttons with a candidate's name or slogan into the polling place shall be allowed. View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Passed

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Poll Results

1 vote

Bill Text

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