Florida Governor Charlie Christ says he doesn’t like S956 and HB CS497, the two identical bills that, among other things, make it more difficult for initiatives to get on the ballot. See this news story. Thanks to Rick Hasen for … Continue reading
On April 20, a 3-judge panel of the North Carolina Appeals Court heard arguments in Libertarian Party of North Carolina v State Board of Elections, a case filed in 2005. The arguments lasted for one hour. The judges were John … Continue reading
The Constitution Party is petitioning for status as a qualified party for 2010 in both Wyoming and Arizona. The Wyoming drive, which could not legally start until April 1, 2009, already has 250 volunteer signatures. … Continue reading
The Texas House Elections Committee holds a hearing on April 20 (Monday) at 2 p.m. One bill on the agenda is HB 1892, which would require all qualified parties to nominate by primary. The other bill of interest being heard … Continue reading
This article in the April 20 issue of the West Volusia Beacon newspaper in Florida concerns the bill that would make it illegal to pay initiative circulators on a per-signature basis. The story highlights criticism of the bill from civic … Continue reading
