This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to mandate that all municipal elections occur on the same day as state and federal general elections. Specifically, it removes the previous requirement for municipal elections to be held on the second Tuesday in June, allowing for alignment with general election dates. The bill also stipulates that if a municipal election coincides with a statewide primary or general election, the voting precinct boundaries must align with those established by the county commission, or the charter must provide for separate registration books.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for municipalities to stagger or change the terms of elected officials, contingent upon voter approval. It requires municipalities to share in the administrative costs of elections held on the same day as statewide elections, ensuring that these costs do not exceed their proportional share based on registered voters. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the election process and enhance voter participation by synchronizing municipal elections with larger state and federal elections.

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Introduced Version: 8-5-5