Senate Bill 453 proposes to amend various statutes related to the circulation of nomination papers for the spring election in Wisconsin. The bill changes the first date on which these papers may be circulated from December 1 to November 16 of the year preceding the election. This adjustment applies to multiple provisions, including those governing caucus dates, nomination paper circulation for town and village offices, and the filling of vacancies for judicial positions. The bill aims to streamline the election process by allowing candidates more time to gather signatures and prepare for the election.

In addition to changing the circulation date for nomination papers, the bill also modifies related deadlines for filing these papers and addresses the timing of special elections in the event of vacancies. For instance, it specifies that if a vacancy occurs after November 16, the election to fill that vacancy will be held at the next spring election or the following one, depending on the office. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the electoral process by providing clearer timelines and ensuring that candidates have adequate time to prepare for elections.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 8.05(1)(a), 8.05, 8.05(3)(a), 8.05(4)(a), 8.05(4)(b), 8.10(2)(a), 8.10, 8.11(1m)(c), 8.11, 8.50(4)(f)1, 8.50, 8.50(4)(f)2, 11.1111(1)(a)1, 11.1111, 17.21(3), 17.21, 17.21(5), 17.245, 17.25(1)(d), 17.25, 59.10(3)(e), 59.10