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LA SB101
LA SB101Provides relative to ranked-choice voting and instant runoff voting. (gov sig) (EN NO IMPACT See Note)
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Introduced
02/28/2024
02/28/2024
In Committee
04/30/2024
04/30/2024
Crossed Over
03/20/2024
03/20/2024
Passed
05/21/2024
05/21/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/28/2024
05/28/2024
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact R.S. 18:2(16) and 405, relative to elections; to define ranked-choice voting and instant runoff voting; to prohibit for certain elections; to provide for an effective date; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill enacts new laws in Louisiana to define "ranked-choice voting" and "instant runoff voting" and to prohibit the use of these methods for electing or nominating candidates to any local, state, or federal office in the state, except for special absentee ballots cast by military and overseas voters. The bill provides an effective date upon the governor's signature or after a certain period of time if not signed, and it outlines the process for the bill becoming effective if vetoed and subsequently approved by the legislature.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Effective date 5/28/2024. (on 05/28/2024)
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