The bill amends Chapter 17-15 of the General Laws regarding primary elections by introducing a new section, 17-15-4.1, which specifies that the chapter applies to all party primary elections except for general assembly offices. It mandates that for the offices of state representative and state senator, when there are three or more candidates, primary election runoffs will occur, governed by a new Chapter 15.1 that establishes ranked choice voting specifically for general assembly primary elections.

Additionally, Chapter 15.1 outlines the definitions and procedures for ranked choice voting, including how ballots should be structured, the process for tabulating votes, and the reporting of results. The bill emphasizes the importance of ranking candidates and provides detailed instructions on how voters should complete their ballots. It also grants the state board of elections the authority to create necessary rules and regulations for implementing this new voting system. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.