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VA SB126
VA SB126Primary election; when filings to be made, extension for incumbents failure to file.
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Introduced
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Elections; primary election; when filings to be made; extension for incumbents failure to file. Provides that if an incumbent office holder fails to file the necessary paperwork to qualify to be on the ballot for a primary election for the office he holds by the deadline for filing such paperwork, then the deadline for such paperwork is extended by five days for any filer other than the incumbent. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill, effective January 1, 2027, amends election law to provide a five-day extension for filing candidacy paperwork for primary elections if an incumbent officeholder fails to meet the original deadline. Specifically, if an incumbent holding a federal, state, or local office, or a constitutional office, does not file their declaration of candidacy, petitions, and proof of filing fee payment by the 75th day before a primary election, or withdraws it before that deadline, then any other candidate (not the incumbent) will have until the 70th day before the election to file their own paperwork for that office. This change aims to give other potential candidates more time to enter a race if an incumbent delays or withdraws their filing.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB126 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB126) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1101164.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB126/text/SB126 |
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