H7786Introduced in the House
Proposes an amendment to the State Constitution, Article IV, Section 1, that would allow a non-partisan election of the secretary of state, commencing with the 2030 election.
Introduced by Brian Newberry, District 48
What does this bill do?
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Official description
ELECTIONS -- GENERAL STATE OFFICERS -- NON-PARTISAN ELECTION OF SECRETARY OF STATE - Proposes an amendment to the State Constitution, Article IV, Section 1, that would allow a non-partisan election of the secretary of state, commencing with the 2030 election.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 30, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
Committee postponed at request of sponsor (03/26/2026)
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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