The bill amends Section 17-19-36 of the General Laws concerning the conduct of elections and the issuance of election certificates. It increases the period for candidates to request a recount of the votes cast from seven (7) days to nine (9) days after the election. Additionally, the bill stipulates that no certificates of election may be issued until any requested recount is completed. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
541: 17-19-36