This bill proposes the repeal of section 3-6-4a of the Code of West Virginia, which currently mandates that write-in candidates must file with the Secretary of State in order for their votes to be counted. The intention behind this legislation is to eliminate this filing requirement, thereby simplifying the process for write-in candidates and potentially increasing voter participation.

By removing this requirement, the bill aims to make it easier for individuals to run as write-in candidates, as they would no longer need to navigate the bureaucratic process of filing with the Secretary of State. This change could encourage more candidates to participate in elections, allowing voters greater choice and flexibility in expressing their preferences at the polls.