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GA HB640

GA HB640
Elections; candidates for offices of President and Vice President of the United States shall file copies of their federal income tax returns with the Secretary of State in order for their names be listed on the ballot; provide

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Introduced
03/28/2017
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/29/2018

Introduced Session

2017-2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to provide that, in order for their names to be listed on the ballot, candidates for the offices of President and Vice President of the United States shall file copies of their federal income tax returns with the Secretary of State; to provide for procedures; to provide for the posting of such returns on the website of the Secretary of State; to authorize the redaction of certain information; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires candidates for the offices of President and Vice President of the United States to file copies of their federal income tax returns with the Secretary of State in order for their names to be listed on the ballot. The bill also requires the Secretary of State to post these income tax returns on their website, with certain information redacted to protect the candidates' privacy. The bill is intended to provide transparency and accountability for candidates seeking the highest offices in the United States.

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

House Second Readers (on 01/08/2018)

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