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Introduced
02/09/2021
02/09/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTION OFFICIALS; REQUIRING AN ADDITIONAL OATH OF OFFICE FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE AND COUNTY CLERKS TO CARRY OUT THEIR DUTIES IN A FAIR AND NEUTRAL MANNER; PROHIBITING THE SECRETARY OF STATE AND COUNTY CLERKS FROM RUNNING FOR A DIFFERENT OFFICE DURING THEIR TERM OR FOR TWO YEARS THEREAFTER OR PARTICIPATING IN OFFICIAL DECISION MAKING THAT WOULD BENEFIT THE PERSON'S REELECTION CAMPAIGN; PROHIBITING THE SECRETARY OF STATE AND COUNTY CLERKS FROM PUBLICLY ENDORSING CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Secretary of State and county clerks to take an additional oath of office, promising to carry out their duties in a fair and neutral manner, provide equal access to voter registration and voting, and ensure that election results accurately reflect all valid votes. It also prohibits the Secretary of State and county clerks from running for a different elected office during their term and for two years after, publicly endorsing candidates, or participating in decision-making that could benefit their own re-election campaigns. The purpose of these provisions is to maintain the impartiality and integrity of election administration.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Sent to SRC - Referrals: SRC/SJC (on 02/09/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=331&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0331.pdf |
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