A bill to improve Georgia ballot access was introduced a few months ago. It is HB 494, by Rusty Kidd (the legislature’s only independent) and Alan Powell, a Republican from Hartwell. It abolishes mandatory petitions for all candidates. Although the … Continue reading
On May 19, a Nevada state court ruled that political parties may choose nominees in the upcoming special U.S. House election. The case is Nevada Republican Party v State of Nevada, 11oc-00147, in First Judicial District Court, Carson City. See … Continue reading
On May 19, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed HB 1355, which hugely increases ballot access barriers for new political parties that wish to run someone for President. See this story. The bill also forbids anyone from running in a partisan … Continue reading
Pawnee, Oklahoma, held a non-partisan election for Mayor on April 5, 2011. Chris Linder won. However, because he had a past felony conviction in Arizona, he cannot be sworn in. See this story. Now the city will need a special … Continue reading
On May 19, the California Assembly passed HB 459 by a vote of 51-21. This is the bill to provide that California join the National Popular Vote Plan compact. … Continue reading
