This bill amends Minnesota election laws to allow for the election of state legislators without political party designations. Specifically, it modifies Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 204D.08 and 204D.13, to remove references to political party columns for state senator and state representative positions on the primary ballot. The amendments include the insertion of language that specifies the order of candidates for partisan offices and clarifies that candidates on the nonpartisan primary ballot cannot be identified with any political party.

Additionally, the bill establishes that the changes will take effect on August 1, 2024, and will apply to elections conducted on or after that date. This shift aims to create a more inclusive electoral process by allowing candidates to run without the constraints of party affiliation, potentially broadening voter choice and participation.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 204D.08, 204D.13