General Assembly Raised Bill No. 386 proposes the implementation of ranked-choice voting for various elections in Connecticut, including party caucuses, conventions, primaries, and certain municipal elections, effective January 1, 2028. The bill introduces new definitions related to ranked-choice voting, such as "active candidate," "inactive ballot," and "winning candidate," and mandates that the Secretary of the State prescribe the ballot type and instructions for these elections. It also repeals Section 9-173 of the general statutes, replacing it with updated procedures for elections for key state offices under the ranked-choice voting system, including provisions for handling ties and the treatment of inactive ballots.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing laws regarding delegate allocation in political party processes, allowing for ranked-choice voting and establishing a minimum threshold of fifteen percent of total votes for candidates to qualify for delegate allocation. It outlines the calculation of adjusted percentages for candidates and specifies how to handle votes for eliminated candidates. The legislation aims to modernize the electoral process in Connecticut, enhancing voter expression and ensuring more representative outcomes in elections while clarifying election and nomination procedures.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 9-173, 9-444, 9-473, 9-476, 9-484