The West Virginia House recently passed legislation that would require cities in the state to hold their elections on the same day as the state’s primary or general election. The bill aims to increase voter turnout and save costs by consolidating election days.
Under the proposed law, municipal elections would be held on the same day as the state’s primary in May or the general election in November, starting in 2023. Currently, cities in West Virginia have the option to hold their elections on various dates throughout the year.
Supporters of the bill argue that having all elections on the same day would make it easier for voters to participate and would save municipalities money by eliminating the need for separate election days. Opponents, however, question the impact on local control and express concerns about potential voter confusion.
The bill will now move to the state Senate for consideration. If passed, it could potentially lead to significant changes in how local elections are conducted in West Virginia.
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