This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes related to election processes, specifically focusing on the certification of major party candidates. It establishes a new requirement that candidates for partisan office must be certified by the chair of their respective major political party before they can be placed on the ballot. The bill outlines the certification process, including the necessary information to be submitted to the Secretary of State, such as the candidate's name, the office they are running for, and details from the party convention. Additionally, it specifies deadlines for submitting certifications and allows for the certification of additional candidates after the initial deadlines.

The bill also modifies existing laws regarding the nomination process, stating that only candidates certified by a major political party can file for nomination by that party. It includes provisions for the handling of nominating petitions and the acceptance of affidavits of candidacy, ensuring that only certified candidates are eligible for partisan office nominations. Furthermore, it addresses the placement of candidates' names on ballots, stipulating that candidates who received a party's endorsement must be listed first and that their names will not be rotated with others. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the candidate certification process and enhance the integrity of the election system in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 204B.03, 204B.071, 204B.10, 204D.07, 204D.08, 204D.12