Bill H.117 aims to amend election laws in Vermont by prohibiting candidates who lose a major party primary from appearing on the general election ballot for the same office, either as independent candidates or representing any other party. The bill introduces new legal language that specifies that such candidates cannot be nominated by any party other than the one for which they appeared on the primary ballot. This change is intended to clarify the rules surrounding candidate nominations and ensure that only those who successfully navigate the primary process can compete in the general election.

Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the nomination process by changing the pronoun from "his or her" to "the person's" for inclusivity. It also establishes that the act will take effect upon passage. Overall, H.117 seeks to streamline the electoral process and reinforce the significance of party primaries in determining candidates for the general election.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 17-2381, 17-2401