SB3062

ELEC CD-CANDIDATE NAME FORMAT

Introduced·1/29/26
Introduced Text

SB3062 amends the Election Code to standardize candidate name formats on primary ballots.

SB3062 amends the Election Code to standardize the format of candidate names on primary ballots. It mandates that candidate names be printed in both capital and lowercase letters, following standard English language guidelines. This applies to all offices except when not feasible due to the election system. The bill also specifies the arrangement of names on the ballot, including the order of offices and the use of brackets for Governor and Lieutenant Governor candidates.

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Assignments Committee
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History

May 22

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 15

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

Apr 24

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026