Bill > S4664

This bill revises the process for filling a vacancy in the United States House of Representatives from this State, requiring the Governor to issue a writ of election within 10 days of a vacancy occurring, unless the term of office expires less than 135 days after the vacancy happens. It also clarifies that the Governor can still issue a writ of election even if the term is less than 135 days away. Additionally, the bill adjusts the timing for ballot drawing for special elections to be held as soon as practicable after nominations are made, ensuring public notice, and modifies the timelines for holding special primary and general elections to fill House vacancies, including provisions for when these elections should coincide with regular primary or general elections, or be held shortly after. The bill also specifies that if the unexpired term for a House vacancy is less than 135 days but at least 135 days, the vacancy will be filled at the next general election, and if the unexpired term is less than 135 days, no special election will be held. Finally, it grants the Secretary of State authority to adjust deadlines if necessary to implement these changes.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4664