Bill > SB495

This bill provides for the removal of certain appointed and elected officers from office. Key provisions include: - Allowing appointed officers to be removed by the courts for neglect of duty, misuse of office, or incompetence that has a material adverse effect on the office. - Allowing for the recall of elected officers and officers appointed to fill an elective vacancy, with a recall referendum to be held if a petition is signed by 30% of the total votes cast in the last election for that office. - Establishing the process for applying for and circulating a recall petition, including requirements for the number of sponsors and the time period for collecting signatures. - Clarifying that an officer convicted of a felony shall forfeit their office, and an officer deemed mentally incompetent shall have their office become vacant. - Providing that the State Board of Elections can institute proceedings to remove electoral board members or general registrars who fail to carry out their duties. Overall, the bill aims to establish procedures for the removal of certain public officials, both appointed and elected, under specified circumstances.

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https://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?221+sum+SB495