The No Delay in Representation Act mandates that individuals elected to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives must be sworn in within five.
The No Delay in Representation Act ensures that individuals elected to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives are provided an opportunity to take the oath of office and be seated as members within five legislative days after the special election results are certified. If the elected individual declines to take the oath during this period, the Speaker of the House must administer the oath on a date jointly agreed upon by the individual and the Speaker. This act aims to expedite the seating of new representatives to ensure continuous representation.
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