On June 18, the Rhode Island House defeated the National Popular Vote bill, HB5569, by a vote of 28-45. The awareness that the Governor was likely to veto it anyway probably dampened support for the bill. Last year the legislature … Continue reading
The June 19 issue of the St. Petersburg Times has this editorial, praising the State Supreme Court decision that struck down a law, permitting initiative signers to remove their names months after they have signed the initiative. … Continue reading
On June 15, Arizona SB 1123 passed the State Senate by 17-11. It requires all cities in the state to use non-partisan elections for their own offices. The only effect of the bill is on Tucson, which is the only … Continue reading
Although it is a matter of opinion, and there are probably many contrary opinions, my opinion is that progress for the National Popular Vote Plan is good for minor parties and independent presidential candidates. My opinion is based on the … Continue reading
On June 17, HB 420 passed the Louisiana Senate Committee on Senate & Governmental Affairs. It had already passed the House. It moves the independent presidential filing deadline three days later, and also makes the deadline for qualified parties to … Continue reading
