Bill > S1306

This bill amends existing law to revise provisions regarding uncontested city elections in Idaho. The key changes are: 1) If only one person files for the office of mayor, or only one person files for a specific city council seat, or the number of people filing for city council positions is equal to or fewer than the number of council positions up for election, the city clerk shall declare those candidates elected without an election being held. 2) The bill clarifies that all city elections are to be conducted by the county clerk, with the county election fund covering expenses for general and special elections, while the city pays for runoff elections. 3) The secretary of state is authorized to provide assistance and prescribe any needed rules or interpretations for the conduct of these uncontested city elections.

Government Affairs, Justice

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/S1306/