The bill amends Section 13-10-326 of the Montana Code Annotated to prohibit a political party from nominating a replacement candidate when the original candidate is found to be ineligible. Specifically, it introduces a new provision stating that a political party may not appoint a candidate for an office if the candidate is disqualified under Article IV, section 8, of the Montana Constitution, if no candidate for nomination by that party filed for the office before the primary election, or if the deadline for certifying candidate names for the ballot has passed.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the procedures for handling vacancies prior to a primary election, allowing political parties to appoint replacement candidates only under certain conditions. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 13-10-326
SB0314_1(1): 13-10-326
SB0314_1: 13-10-326