Pennsylvania HB2542 amends election procedures to expedite appeals and tabulation of votes.

Pennsylvania HB2542 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to expedite the tabulation, computation, and canvassing of votes by the Secretary of the Commonwealth. It mandates that the Secretary must certify and file the tabulation of votes within a specified timeframe. The bill also establishes a process for appeals to the court from decisions of the county board, requiring the court to hear and decide appeals without delay. Additionally, it outlines the entry and effect of decisions in recounts and contests, and provides for appeals to the Supreme Court.

Pennsylvania HB2542 amends election procedures to expedite appeals and tabulation of votes.

Pennsylvania HB2542 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to expedite the tabulation, computation, and canvassing of votes by the Secretary of the Commonwealth. It mandates that the Secretary must certify and file the tabulation of votes within a specified timeframe. The bill also establishes a process for appeals to the court from decisions of the county board, requiring the court to hear and decide appeals without delay. Additionally, it outlines the entry and effect of decisions in recounts and contests, and provides for appeals to the Supreme Court.