Bill
HB 1882
Overview: HB 1882 is a bill that would give cities and towns in the state the freedom to switch their general elections to even-numbered years. The bill was introduced on January 1
Overview: HB 1882 is a bill that would give cities and towns in the state the freedom to switch their general elections to even-numbered years. The bill was introduced on January 16, 2025 and is currently at the First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations stage.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to provide local governments with the flexibility to align their general elections with even-numbered year state and federal elections. This change is intended to increase voter participation and reduce the administrative burden of holding separate local elections.
Key Provisions:
- Allows cities and towns to pass local ordinances to move their general elections to even-numbered years
- Requires any such local ordinances to be approved by a majority vote of the city or town's governing body
- Specifies that the terms of elected officials would be adjusted to accommodate the new election schedule
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Local governments (cities and towns) would have the option to switch their general elections to even-numbered years
- Voters in these local jurisdictions may see increased participation in elections held concurrently with state and federal races
- Election administrators would potentially experience reduced costs and logistical challenges by consolidating local elections
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations stage of the legislative process. If passed, the bill would take effect immediately, allowing local governments to begin the process of transitioning their general elections to even-numbered years.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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