The bill amends the District of Columbia Election Code to require a special election for filling a vacancy in the office of Delegate under.
The Special Election in the Office of Delegate Amendment Act of 2025 modifies the District of Columbia Election Code of 1955. It adds a new subparagraph to Section 10(d)(2) that mandates a special election to fill a vacancy in the office of Delegate if the Speaker of the House of Representatives declares extraordinary circumstances. This change ensures that the vacancy is filled within 49 days of such a declaration. The act also adopts a fiscal impact statement and specifies that it will take effect following approval by the Mayor and a 30-day period of Congressional review.
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