Bill > HB788

This bill amends the existing legislation for the Macon County Board of Elections and Registration by making several key changes. The bill renames the chief election official position to "chief election supervisor" and clarifies that the county manager will supervise the non-election duties of this supervisor and election office staff. The bill imposes restrictions on board members' political activities, prohibiting them from distributing campaign literature, engaging in communications that advocate for or criticize candidates, or displaying partisan messages near polling places. Board members will now be required to take an oath similar to county registrars and can be compensated by the county's governing authority. The legislation also mandates that the board hold at least monthly meetings, maintain detailed minutes and records, and ensures that board employees are considered county employees with standard pay and benefits. The bill aims to provide more clarity and structure to the election board's operations, emphasizing professional conduct and administrative oversight while maintaining the board's independence in election-related matters.

Government Affairs

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71410