AN ACT CONCERNING SPECIAL ELECTIONS TO FILL VACANCIES DUE TO THE DEATH OF CERTAIN ELECTED OFFICIALS.
SIGNED BY GOVERNOR
Summary
The law sets precise timelines for the Governor to issue writs of election after a death creates a vacancy, ranging from 7 to 17 days, and determines the election date based on the office and how close the vacancy is to a regular election. It covers U.S. Senators, U.S. Representatives, state legislators, and probate judges, with special rules for aligning with upcoming elections or allowing legislative appointment. The aim is to ensure orderly, timely special elections while respecting the existing election calendar.
AI-generated summary — may be incomplete or inaccurate. Verify against the official bill text.
Topics
Track this bill
Get an email when SB 393 moves: committee action, floor votes, amendments and hearings. Free, no card.
Track SB 393 freeOr ask your AI assistant about SB 393 directly:
Add to Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor