The bill amends section 3501.01 of the Revised Code to establish that presidential primary elections in Ohio will be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in May. This change replaces the previous provision that allowed for primary elections to be held on the third Tuesday after the first Monday in March in years when a presidential primary election occurs. The bill also clarifies the definitions of various types of elections, including general, regular municipal, regular state, and special elections, while maintaining the existing definitions for political parties and candidates.

Additionally, the bill removes specific language that previously restricted the timing of special elections in relation to presidential primary elections. The amendments streamline the election schedule and ensure that primary elections align with the newly designated date for presidential primaries, thereby simplifying the electoral process in Ohio. The existing section 3501.01 is repealed, and the new provisions are put in place to reflect these changes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3501.01