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IL SB1661

IL SB1661
ELEC CD-REDUCE PRECINCT JUDGES


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Introduced
02/05/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

104th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the Election Code. Provides that an election authority may reduce the number of judges of election in each precinct to 3 judges of election in lieu of the 5 judges of election otherwise required. Makes conforming changes.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Election Code to provide election authorities with the option to reduce the number of election judges in each precinct from 5 to 3 judges. Previously, counties were required to have 5 election judges per precinct, with some exceptions for emergency referendums, odd-year elections, and special elections. The bill allows election authorities to flexibly choose to have 3 judges in a precinct instead of 5 for any election. When reducing to 3 judges, the bill specifies that no more than 2 judges can be from the same political party, maintaining a balance of political representation. The bill applies to both counties under township organization and those with election commissioners, ensuring consistent rules across different types of local government jurisdictions. This change could potentially help election authorities manage staffing challenges and reduce costs associated with election administration while maintaining the essential functions of election oversight.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (on 04/11/2025)

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