HB2566

ELEC CD-WRITE IN CANDIDATES

Introduced·2/4/25
Introduced Text

HB2566 amends the Illinois Election Code to include write-in candidates in the process for objecting to nomination papers and petitions.

HB2566 amends the Illinois Election Code to include declarations of intent to be a write-in candidate in the procedures for objecting to nomination papers and petitions. The bill specifies that objections to nomination papers, declarations of intent to be a write-in candidate, or petitions must be filed within specific timeframes. It outlines the process for handling these objections, including the role of electoral boards and the State Board of Elections. The provisions ensure that objections are heard and resolved in a timely manner, affecting candidates, petitioners, and election officials.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 11, 2025

2:00 PM

Ethics & Elections Hearing

History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 4, 2025

House

Assigned to Ethics & Elections

Feb 4, 2025

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jay Hoffman