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This bill prohibits ranked choice voting (RCV) in all West Virginia elections at the state, county, and local levels. The bill first defines "ranked choice voting" or "instant runoff voting" as an election method where voters rank candidates by preference, and votes are redistributed in rounds based on those preferences until a candidate receives a majority or the number of elected candidates matches the available offices. The bill specifically states that no election office in West Virginia can use RCV for any election, including local government, statewide, or federal offices. Additionally, the bill declares that any local government ordinance that conflicts with this prohibition will be considered void. By providing clear definitions and a comprehensive ban, the legislation aims to prevent the implementation of ranked choice voting across all levels of government in West Virginia.

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