STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS27479 / S1268
This legislation changes the deadline for anyone filing as a write-in candidate in the primary, special, and
general elections. The current deadline for all partisan offices is 28 days prior to the election and the deadline
for nonpartisan offices is the seventh Friday prior to the election. This legislation changes both deadlines to the
eighth Friday prior to the election. This legislation also requires filing fees for all individuals that filing with
the Secretary of State's office to pay the corresponding filing fee. Lastly, this legislation allows the Secretary
of State's office to design ballots without a write-in line if there has been no declaration.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no fiscal impact to the general fund. There could be a slight savings to counties.
Contact:
Senator Mary Souza
(208) 332-1322
Representative Caroline Nillson Troy, (208) 332-1035
Kelli D Brassfield
(208) 514-8737
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 01/29/2020, 9:47 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 34-702, 34-702A, 34-904, 34-906, 34-1407
Engrossment 1: 34-702, 34-702A, 34-904, 34-906, 34-1407