Bill > HB206

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment in Delaware that requires most elected officials to resign from their current office before becoming a candidate for a different elected position. Specifically, members of the House of Representatives and Senate must resign their legislative seats before running for another elected office. Similarly, any elected official (except the Governor and Lieutenant Governor) must resign their current position before seeking a different elected role. The bill defines "elected office" broadly to include state, county, and municipal positions that are selected through voter elections. The proposed amendment would apply to a wide range of government positions, ensuring that individuals seeking to change elected roles must first step down from their current position. This change aims to prevent officials from simultaneously holding or running for multiple elected offices, potentially increasing accountability and reducing the potential for conflicting responsibilities. The bill is the first step in a two-part process to amend the Delaware Constitution, which requires approval through multiple legislative sessions before being put to a voter referendum.

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https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142434