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SB 1954

COUNTIES CD-RECALL OFFICIALS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Kam Buckner and 4 co-sponsors

Summary of SB 1954: COUNTIES CD-RECALL OFFICIALS Bill OverviewSB 1954, titled "COUNTIES CD-RECALL OFFICIALS", is a bill that proposes changes to the process for recalling county el

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1954

Summary of SB 1954: COUNTIES CD-RECALL OFFICIALS

Bill Overview

SB 1954, titled "COUNTIES CD-RECALL OFFICIALS", is a bill that proposes changes to the process for recalling county elected officials in the state. The bill was introduced on March 05, 2025 and is currently in the Rules Committee after being re-referred under Rule 19(a).

Key Provisions

The main provisions of SB 1954 include:

  1. Recall Petition Requirements: The bill would increase the number of signatures required on a recall petition from 20% to 30% of registered voters in the county. It would also require the petition to be signed by at least 30% of voters in a majority of the county's voting districts.

  2. Recall Election Timing: SB 1954 would mandate that a recall election be held within 90 days of the county clerk verifying the recall petition, rather than the current 60-day timeline.

  3. Restrictions on Recall Attempts: The bill prohibits a recall attempt against an elected official within the first 6 months or last 6 months of their term. It also limits recall attempts to once per term.

  4. Recall Election Procedures: The bill outlines new requirements for the conduct of recall elections, including the use of mail-in ballots and the need for a 50%+ turnout threshold to validate the results.

Impact

If enacted, SB 1954 would make it more difficult for county residents to initiate and successfully complete recall efforts against their elected officials. The increased petition signature requirements, extended election timeline, and other procedural changes could discourage or impede some recall campaigns.

Supporters argue the bill will help prevent frivolous or politically-motivated recall attempts, while critics contend it unfairly restricts the ability of citizens to hold their representatives accountable. The bill's impact would likely vary across different counties based on local political dynamics and engagement.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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