Changing the limit on switching parties before filing to run for office from 60 days to 180 days prior to an election.

Summary

HB 4710 amends West Virginia’s election code to allow candidates to change their party affiliation up to 180 days before filing a certificate of announcement, instead of the current 60‑day limit. The change applies to anyone filing for a partisan office and would be verified electronically at the time of filing. The measure aims to give candidates more flexibility while keeping existing filing deadlines and oath requirements.

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