HB735

In nomination of candidates, further providing for casting of lots for position of names upon the primary ballots or ballot labels and notice to candidates; in ballots, further providing for form of official election ballot and providing for order of candidates on the ballot; in voting machines, further providing for demonstration of voting machines; and, in Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, providing for ballot order randomization study.

Introduced·2/25/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB735 amends election procedures, including casting lots for ballot order, ballot form, voting machine demonstrations, and a study on.

Pennsylvania HB735 modifies election procedures by requiring the casting of lots to determine the order of candidates on primary ballots, with a rotation system for counties based on registered electors. It mandates the form of official election ballots, including the placement of "Official Ballot" and candidate names. The bill also outlines the demonstration of voting machines and requires the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board to study the feasibility of a precinct rotation system for candidate listing order in both primary and general elections.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 28, 2025

9:30 AM

State Government (h) Hearing

History

Feb 25, 2025

House

Referred to State Government