SB1272

In dates of elections and primaries and special elections, further providing for special elections for Senator and Representative in the General Assembly.

Introduced·4/14/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB1272 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to adjust the timing of special elections for vacancies in the General Assembly.

Pennsylvania SB1272 modifies the Pennsylvania Election Code to allow the presiding officer to set a new date for a special election if the General Assembly is called into an extraordinary session. The new date must be at least 60 days after the issuance of the writ. If a vacancy occurs less than seven months before the end of the term, a special election will only be held if deemed in the public interest by the presiding officer. This act will take effect 60 days after its enactment.

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State Government Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 14

Senate

Referred to State Government