The bill amends Section 17-19-36 of the General Laws in Chapter 17-19, which pertains to the conduct of elections and the issuance of election certificates. The key change in this legislation is the extension of the timeframe for candidates to petition for a recount of votes from seven (7) days to nine (9) days following the election. Additionally, the bill stipulates that no certificates of election may be issued until the recount process, if initiated, is completed. This act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5384: 17-19-36