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 all primary elections, including presidential primaries, are consistently held in May, thereby simplifying the electoral process in Ohio. The existing section 3501.01 is repealed to accommodate these changes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3501.01