Ranked choice voting for local offices in Minnesota, including procedures and requirements.

This bill provides for ranked choice voting in local elections in Minnesota, allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference. It authorizes cities and school districts to adopt this method by ballot question. The bill outlines procedures for tabulating votes, handling recounts, and ensuring the accuracy of voting systems. It also details the format of ballots and the responsibilities of local election officials. Appropriations are made for implementation costs.

Ranked choice voting for local offices in Minnesota, including procedures and requirements.

This bill provides for ranked choice voting in local elections in Minnesota, allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference. It authorizes cities and school districts to adopt this method by ballot question. The bill outlines procedures for tabulating votes, handling recounts, and ensuring the accuracy of voting systems. It also details the format of ballots and the responsibilities of local election officials. Appropriations are made for implementation costs.