Bill
HB 5275
Overview: HB 5275, AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- PRIMARY ELECTIONS--GENERAL ASSEMBLY OFFICES--RANKED CHOICE VOTING, was introduced on March 14, 2025 and is currently in committee
Overview: HB 5275, AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- PRIMARY ELECTIONS--GENERAL ASSEMBLY OFFICES--RANKED CHOICE VOTING, was introduced on March 14, 2025 and is currently in committee for further study.
Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to implement ranked choice voting for primary elections for state general assembly offices, with the goal of promoting more inclusive and representative elections.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the use of ranked choice voting in primary elections for state senate and state house of representatives seats
- Allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference, rather than selecting a single candidate
- Mandates the use of instant runoff tabulation to determine the winner if no candidate receives a majority of first-choice votes
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would affect all voters participating in state general assembly primary elections, as well as the candidates running for those offices. Ranked choice voting could lead to more diverse representation and encourage candidates to appeal to a broader range of voters.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in committee and recommended for further study. If it progresses, it would need to pass both legislative chambers and be signed by the governor to take effect in time for the next primary election cycle.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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