Bill > HB78

This bill clarifies that the certification of election results is a mandatory, non-discretionary duty for local electoral boards, meaning they must perform it according to the law without making a personal judgment. If a member of a local electoral board neglects or refuses to perform this duty, they can face removal proceedings by the State Board of Elections, which is the state-level body overseeing elections, and may be fined up to $1,000. Furthermore, the bill empowers the State Board of Elections to step in and complete the certification process itself if a local electoral board fails or refuses to do so, ensuring that election results are officially confirmed.