Iowa HSB639 modifies procedures for filling vacancies in county and city offices.

Iowa HSB639 amends the process for filling vacancies in elective county and city offices. If an elected official intends to resign after the next general election but before the end of their term, the county board of supervisors or city council must declare a vacancy and list the office on the next general election ballot. If the remaining term is at least six months, eligible electors can petition for a special election. The bill also outlines the conditions under which an appointment can be made to fill a vacancy temporarily until a special election is called.

Iowa HSB639 modifies procedures for filling vacancies in county and city offices.

Iowa HSB639 amends the process for filling vacancies in elective county and city offices. If an elected official intends to resign after the next general election but before the end of their term, the county board of supervisors or city council must declare a vacancy and list the office on the next general election ballot. If the remaining term is at least six months, eligible electors can petition for a special election. The bill also outlines the conditions under which an appointment can be made to fill a vacancy temporarily until a special election is called.