Bill > A5886

This bill revises the process for filling a vacancy in New Jersey's representation in the United States House of Representatives by requiring the Governor to issue a writ of election within 10 days of the vacancy occurring, unless the unexpired term is less than 135 days. It also modifies the timelines for special primary and general elections to fill these vacancies, generally requiring a special primary to be held between 70 and 76 days after the writ is issued, followed by a special election between 64 and 70 days later, with provisions for consolidating special elections with existing primary or general elections if they fall within certain timeframes. For vacancies where the unexpired term is less than 180 days but at least 135 days, the election will be held on the next general election day, and if the unexpired term is less than 135 days, no special election will be held. Additionally, the bill adjusts the timeframe for publishing notice of special elections and clarifies that the Secretary of State can modify deadlines to implement these changes.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5886