HB196

In nomination of candidates, further providing for number of signers required for nomination petitions of candidates at primaries.

Introduced·1/16/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB196 modifies the number of signers required for nomination petitions of candidates at primaries.

Pennsylvania HB196 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to change the number of signers required for nomination petitions of candidates at primaries. The bill specifies the number of valid signatures needed from registered and enrolled members of the proper party for candidates seeking nomination for various offices. The changes affect the Secretary of the Commonwealth, courts, county boards of elections, and county commissioners, who are tasked with enforcing the new requirements.

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Current
State Government Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 16, 2025

House

Referred to State Government