The bill H.449, introduced by Representative Galfetti, seeks to amend the regulations surrounding the scheduling of biennial party caucuses in Vermont. Specifically, it proposes that caucuses be held on any day in September, rather than being restricted to the period between September 10 and September 30. Additionally, the bill allows for greater flexibility in the event that a town fails to hold a caucus on the designated day, permitting the county chair or any three voters from the party in that town to call for a caucus at a later time.

The bill also modifies the procedures for calling a caucus when one is not held as scheduled. It replaces the previous requirement for the town chair to perform certain duties with a provision that allows the county chair or the voters calling the caucus to designate someone among them to fulfill those responsibilities. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 17-45