HB5386

Relating to candidate’s certificate of announcement.

Introduced·2/10/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5386 revises the process for filing certificates of announcement for candidates in primary and general elections.

West Virginia HB5386 amends the process for filing certificates of announcement for candidates in primary and general elections. It specifies the information required on the certificate, including the candidate's name, office sought, and party affiliation. The bill mandates that candidates file their certificates within a specific timeframe before the primary election. It also outlines the procedures for the Secretary of State and county clerks to display and verify candidate information on their official websites.

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Judiciary Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 10

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 10

House

To Judiciary

Feb 10

House

Introduced in House