This bill amends the process for adopting partisan town elections to align it with the existing procedure for rescinding such elections. Specifically, it introduces new legal language that requires towns wishing to adopt a partisan official ballot system to do so by ballot, similar to the process for adopting an unofficial ballot system. The bill also specifies that the question of adopting a partisan ballot system must be presented on the official ballot, allowing voters to indicate their preference. The partisan ballot system will only take effect in the town election following its adoption.

Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the adoption of non-partisan official ballot systems, removing the requirement for towns to have a population of 4,500 or more for adoption. It also clarifies that the procedure for rescinding a partisan ballot system will follow the same process as its adoption. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the electoral process for towns by standardizing the methods for adopting and rescinding different ballot systems.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 669:12, 669:13
As Amended by the House: 669:11, 669:12, 669:13