CON AMEND-G.A. VACANCY
Summary
Proposes to amend the Legislature Article of the Illinois Constitution. Eliminates the appointment of persons to fill vacancies in the office of State Senator or Representative. Provides that the vacancy is filled at the next general election if the vacancy occurs 180 or fewer days before the next general election. Provides that the vacancy is filled at the next scheduled regular election if the vacancy occurs more than 180 days before the next general election. Provides that the person elected to fill a vacancy serves for the remainder of the term. Effective upon being declared adopted.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2009
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2009
Last action May 2, 2010
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Full legislative history
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Total actions
4
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2009
House · Referred to committee
Referred to Rules Committee
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
Co
Mike Boland
DDemocratic
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