Ohio HB950 removes requirement for candidates to list former names on candidacy declarations and petitions.

Ohio HB950 amends sections 3513.07 and 3513.261 of the Revised Code to remove the requirement for candidates to list any former names used in the last five years on their declaration of candidacy and nominating petition. The bill also repeals section 3505.02 of the Revised Code, which previously mandated the inclusion of former names on the ballot. This change aims to simplify the candidacy process by eliminating the need for candidates to disclose former names on their candidacy documents.

Ohio HB950 removes requirement for candidates to list former names on candidacy declarations and petitions.

Ohio HB950 amends sections 3513.07 and 3513.261 of the Revised Code to remove the requirement for candidates to list any former names used in the last five years on their declaration of candidacy and nominating petition. The bill also repeals section 3505.02 of the Revised Code, which previously mandated the inclusion of former names on the ballot. This change aims to simplify the candidacy process by eliminating the need for candidates to disclose former names on their candidacy documents.