Why 2/5: This bill modifies a procedural deadline for political parties in specific special elections, not directly impacting general voter access or immediate election operations.
This bill establishes a tighter deadline for political parties to nominate candidates for special elections to fill General Assembly vacancies occurring between December 10 and March 1. Parties will now have seven days from the election writ or order to nominate their candidates, aiming to streamline the special election process.
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Rules suspended
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Constitutional reading dispensed (on 2nd reading) (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Passed by for the day (Voice Vote)
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Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1528ER)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1528)
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 25, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 477 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0477)