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Requirements For Recall Elections And Vacancies

It became law on Apr 17, 2023.

CO HB 23-1185 · House Bill · 2023A

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Became law
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Latest action
Apr 17, 2023

What it does

Sections 1 through 5 of the act clarify the procedure for filling a vacancy in a municipal elected office. When a vacancy occurs, the governing body shall appoint an eligible elector or call a special election within 60 days. If the governing body lacks sufficient members to reach a quorum, the clerk of the governing body is authorized to call a special election to fill the vacancy. Sections 6 through 8 modify and clarify the requirements for municipal recall elections, by:

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This bill passed and is now law.

  1. Introduced (Done)

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    Apr 17, 2023

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