OLR Bill Analysis

HB 5226

AN ACT CONCERNING THE NUMBER OF POLLING PLACES FOR A PRIMARY.

SUMMARY:

This bill allows registrars of voters to determine the number and location of polling places for primaries within their municipality or district. Under current law, the polling places must be the same as for the corresponding election. The bill covers primaries for municipal and state elections and includes candidates for municipal, district, state, and federal office.

EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2009

COMMITTEE ACTION

Government Administration and Elections Committee

Joint Favorable