HB5766

ELEC CD-OBJECTION RULINGS

Introduced·5/7/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5766 amends the Election Code to modify procedures for handling objections to nomination petitions.

Illinois HB5766 amends the Election Code to change how the electoral board handles objections to nomination petitions. The bill specifies that if no judicial review is initiated, the electoral board must send a certified copy of its ruling to the election authority and the county clerk before the ballot printing deadline. The electoral board is also empowered to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses, and require the production of documents. The board must state its findings in writing and notify the parties involved.

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History

May 12

House

First Reading

May 12

House

Referred to Rules Committee

May 7

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Bradley Fritts