On May 1, the California Assembly passed AB 1227 unanimously. It lets Santa Clara County, the most populous county in northern California, use ranked choice voting for elections for its own officers. … Continue reading
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On April 19, the California Assembly Elections Committee passed AB 421 by 5-2. It makes it more difficult for statewide initiatives and referenda to get on the ballot. The bill has so many provisions, it is difficult to list them … Continue reading
On April 28, the Florida House passed SB 7050, so it is now through the legislature. It says that the “resign to run” law does not pertain to presidential and vice-presidential candidates. Therefore, Governor Ron DeSantis will be free to … Continue reading
The Common Sense Party of Michigan was expecting to launch its petition for party status, but on April 28 told the State Board of Canvassers not to approve its petition yet. The Common Sense Party of Michigan is not affiliated … Continue reading
On April 28, the Alaska Supreme Court issued an opinion in Guerin v State Division of Elections, S18457. That case concerned the special election for U.S. House that was held on August 16, 2022. The special election was needed because … Continue reading