Election Fraud Ombudsman, Office of the; established within the Department of Elections. (HB2065)
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Description
Office of the Election Fraud Ombudsman. Establishes the Office of the Election Fraud Ombudsman within the Department of Elections, headed by the election fraud ombudsman, appointed by the Commissioner of Elections. The bill requires the Office of the Election Fraud Ombudsman to receive and investigate complaints of violations of Title 24.2 and to cooperate with the appropriate enforcement authority to ensure enforcement of the election laws. The Office of the Attorney General retains its authority to enforce and prosecute violations of the election laws. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/14/2015 | Committee |
| 01/14/2015 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/14/15 15102560D |
| 01/14/2015 | Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections |
| 01/20/2015 | Assigned P & E sub: Appointments |
| 01/29/2015 | Subcommittee recommends laying on the table |
| 02/10/2015 | Left in Privileges and Elections |
Comments
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