Bill H.449, introduced by Representative Galfetti, seeks to amend the regulations surrounding the scheduling of biennial party caucuses in Vermont. The proposed changes allow caucuses to be held on any day in September, rather than being restricted to the period between September 10 and September 30. Additionally, the bill empowers county chairs to call a caucus in towns that do not hold one on the date set by the State chair, thereby ensuring that party members have the opportunity to convene even if local leadership fails to organize a meeting.

The bill includes specific legal language changes, such as the deletion of the previous date range for caucuses and the insertion of provisions that allow either the county chair or a group of three or more voters to initiate a caucus if the designated meeting does not occur. It also clarifies the procedures for calling a caucus and designating a person to perform the duties of the town chair. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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As Introduced: 17-45