Libertarian Party Asks Massachusetts Secretary of State to Allow Circulation of Presidential Petition Before Party Knows its Nominees

The Libertarian Party has asked Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin for a ruling on petitions concerning presidential elections. The party won’t choose its national ticket until the end of May, 2016. Massachusetts permits independent candidate petitions, and petitions for … Continue reading

Nevada Bill Easing Petition Deadlines for New Parties and Non-Presidential Independent Candidates Passes Legislature

On May 22, the Nevada Assembly passed SB 499, the bill that eases petition deadlines for newly-qualifying parties and non-presidential independent candidates. The bill now goes to the Governor. The bill moves the petition deadline for newly-qualifying parties from April … Continue reading