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HB 1528

General Assembly; special election to fill certain vacancies, deadline for parties to nominate.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Garrett McGuire

Establishes nomination deadlines for political parties filling Virginia legislative vacancies via special election, accelerating the candidate selection process.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0477)
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Bill Summary · HB 1528

Legislative bill overview

HB 1528 modifies Virginia's special election procedures by establishing new deadline requirements for political parties to nominate candidates to fill legislative vacancies. The bill streamlines the nomination process during special elections, potentially reducing the timeline between when a vacancy occurs and when a replacement can be elected.

Why is this important

Special elections can leave districts without full representation for extended periods. Clear nomination deadlines ensure parties can quickly field candidates while maintaining orderly procedures. This affects how quickly vacant legislative seats are filled and impacts both party operations and constituent representation during interim periods.

Potential points of contention

  • Party burden vs. voter service: Earlier nomination deadlines may pressure parties to select less-vetted candidates, potentially limiting voter choice quality
  • Timing equity: Depending on deadline placement, parties may receive unequal time to organize candidates based on when vacancies occur
  • Rural vs. urban effects: Smaller party organizations in less-populated districts may face greater logistical challenges meeting compressed nomination timelines compared to urban counterparts

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

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