An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in returns of primaries and elections, further providing for appeals to court from decisions of the county board and for Secretary of the Commonwealth to tabulate, compute and canvass returns; and, in recounts and contests, further providing for entry and effect of decision and providing for appeal.

Summary

The measure adds strict deadlines for courts to hear appeals of county board decisions, requires the Secretary of the Commonwealth to tabulate and certify primary and general election returns promptly, and creates a rapid one‑day appeal to the Supreme Court for recount or contest rulings. It impacts candidates, county election boards, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, and the state courts by tightening the schedule for finalizing election outcomes.

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