HB4157Introduced in the House of Delegates
Eliminating requirement for write-in candidates to register with Secretary of State in order to qualify write-in candidate votes to be counted.
Introduced by Larry Kump, District 94
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that write-in candidates file with the Secretary of State before votes for said candidates can be counted.
Where it stands
To House Judiciary
January 14, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Judiciary
Introduced in House
To House Judiciary
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