2002 House Bill 6356

Introduced in the House

Sept. 24, 2002

Introduced by Rep. Fred Durhal (D-9)

To require the governor to call a special election to fill a vacant House or Senate seat within 95 days of the vacancy occurring, unless the deadline is within 75 days of a state primary or general election, in which case the special election would be held with that election.

Referred to the Committee on Redistricting and Elections

Dec. 5, 2002

Passed in the House 106 to 0 (details)

In the Senate

Dec. 10, 2002

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Reform