Montana SB314 prohibits political parties from nominating a replacement candidate if the original candidate is found ineligible.

Montana SB314 amends election laws to prohibit a political party from nominating a replacement candidate if the original candidate is found ineligible. This change applies when a candidate dies or withdraws before the filing deadline, or is disqualified after the deadline. The bill specifies that a party cannot appoint a replacement if the original candidate was disqualified under the Montana constitution or if the deadline for certifying candidate names has passed. This act is effective upon passage and approval.

Montana SB314 prohibits political parties from nominating a replacement candidate if the original candidate is found ineligible.

Montana SB314 amends election laws to prohibit a political party from nominating a replacement candidate if the original candidate is found ineligible. This change applies when a candidate dies or withdraws before the filing deadline, or is disqualified after the deadline. The bill specifies that a party cannot appoint a replacement if the original candidate was disqualified under the Montana constitution or if the deadline for certifying candidate names has passed. This act is effective upon passage and approval.