This bill amends the process for filling vacancies in the office of county commissioner. It specifies that when a vacancy occurs, it will be filled by the members of the county convention representing the cities and towns in the commissioner's district, who will do so by a majority of the ballots cast until the next biennial election. The bill introduces new language stating that if the term of office filled extends beyond the date of the next biennial election, the office of a county commissioner will be added to the next election ballot for voters to elect a candidate to serve the remainder of the unexpired term.

Additionally, the bill removes previous language that specified the process for filling vacancies in Hillsborough County and the conditions under which the term was considered unexpired. The new provisions clarify that the vacancy will be filled by the county convention and outline the election process for the unexpired term, ensuring that the position is filled in a timely manner and that voters have the opportunity to elect a representative for the remainder of the term. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 661:9
As Amended by the House: 661:9
HB1044 text: 661:9