CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION Senate Bill No. 851Introduced by Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments (Senators Cervantes (Chair), Allen, Choi, Limn, and Umberg)February 27, 2025 An act to amend Sections 10403, 10411, 14105, 14213, and 14401 of the Elections Code, relating to elections. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTSB 851, as introduced, Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments. Elections.(1) Existing law authorizes the consolidation of 2 or more elections that are to be held on the same day, in the same territory, or in territory that is in part the same. When an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office is to appear on the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, existing law requires the political subdivision, at least 88 days before the election, to file with the county board of supervisors a resolution of the governing board of the political subdivision that, among other things, sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted on. Existing law requires the political subdivision to also file a copy of the resolution with the county elections official.This bill would authorize the political subdivision to file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the election, the elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors or the board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.(2) Existing law allows the governing body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election that has been consolidated with an election held in the county or counties in which the political subdivision is situated to authorize the county board of supervisors to canvass the returns of the election.This bill would instead allow the governing body of the political subdivision to authorize the county elections official to canvass the returns of the consolidated election.(3) Existing law requires elections officials to provide each polling place with specified materials, including not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 instruction cards to guide voters in obtaining and marking their ballots.This bill would eliminate the maximum limit of 12 instruction cards.(4) Existing law prescribes various election day procedures, including the hours that the polls must be open and when voting will commence. Existing law requires the precinct board to proclaim aloud at the polling place that the polls are open and closed, as specified.This bill would require that a precinct board member make those proclamations.Digest Key Vote: MAJORITY Appropriation: NO Fiscal Committee: NO Local Program: NO Bill TextThe people of the State of California do enact as follows:SECTION 1. Section 10403 of the Elections Code is amended to read:10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.SEC. 2. Section 10411 of the Elections Code is amended to read:10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:(a)(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.(b)(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.(c)(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.If the(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.SEC. 3. Section 14105 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.SEC. 4. Section 14213 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.SEC. 5. Section 14401 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION Senate Bill No. 851Introduced by Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments (Senators Cervantes (Chair), Allen, Choi, Limn, and Umberg)February 27, 2025 An act to amend Sections 10403, 10411, 14105, 14213, and 14401 of the Elections Code, relating to elections. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTSB 851, as introduced, Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments. Elections.(1) Existing law authorizes the consolidation of 2 or more elections that are to be held on the same day, in the same territory, or in territory that is in part the same. When an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office is to appear on the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, existing law requires the political subdivision, at least 88 days before the election, to file with the county board of supervisors a resolution of the governing board of the political subdivision that, among other things, sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted on. Existing law requires the political subdivision to also file a copy of the resolution with the county elections official.This bill would authorize the political subdivision to file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the election, the elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors or the board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.(2) Existing law allows the governing body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election that has been consolidated with an election held in the county or counties in which the political subdivision is situated to authorize the county board of supervisors to canvass the returns of the election.This bill would instead allow the governing body of the political subdivision to authorize the county elections official to canvass the returns of the consolidated election.(3) Existing law requires elections officials to provide each polling place with specified materials, including not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 instruction cards to guide voters in obtaining and marking their ballots.This bill would eliminate the maximum limit of 12 instruction cards.(4) Existing law prescribes various election day procedures, including the hours that the polls must be open and when voting will commence. Existing law requires the precinct board to proclaim aloud at the polling place that the polls are open and closed, as specified.This bill would require that a precinct board member make those proclamations.Digest Key Vote: MAJORITY Appropriation: NO Fiscal Committee: NO Local Program: NO
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20252026 REGULAR SESSION
Senate Bill
No. 851
Introduced by Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments (Senators Cervantes (Chair), Allen, Choi, Limn, and Umberg)February 27, 2025
Introduced by Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments (Senators Cervantes (Chair), Allen, Choi, Limn, and Umberg)
February 27, 2025
An act to amend Sections 10403, 10411, 14105, 14213, and 14401 of the Elections Code, relating to elections.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
## LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
SB 851, as introduced, Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments. Elections.
(1) Existing law authorizes the consolidation of 2 or more elections that are to be held on the same day, in the same territory, or in territory that is in part the same. When an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office is to appear on the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, existing law requires the political subdivision, at least 88 days before the election, to file with the county board of supervisors a resolution of the governing board of the political subdivision that, among other things, sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted on. Existing law requires the political subdivision to also file a copy of the resolution with the county elections official.This bill would authorize the political subdivision to file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the election, the elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors or the board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.(2) Existing law allows the governing body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election that has been consolidated with an election held in the county or counties in which the political subdivision is situated to authorize the county board of supervisors to canvass the returns of the election.This bill would instead allow the governing body of the political subdivision to authorize the county elections official to canvass the returns of the consolidated election.(3) Existing law requires elections officials to provide each polling place with specified materials, including not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 instruction cards to guide voters in obtaining and marking their ballots.This bill would eliminate the maximum limit of 12 instruction cards.(4) Existing law prescribes various election day procedures, including the hours that the polls must be open and when voting will commence. Existing law requires the precinct board to proclaim aloud at the polling place that the polls are open and closed, as specified.This bill would require that a precinct board member make those proclamations.
(1) Existing law authorizes the consolidation of 2 or more elections that are to be held on the same day, in the same territory, or in territory that is in part the same. When an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office is to appear on the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, existing law requires the political subdivision, at least 88 days before the election, to file with the county board of supervisors a resolution of the governing board of the political subdivision that, among other things, sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted on. Existing law requires the political subdivision to also file a copy of the resolution with the county elections official.
This bill would authorize the political subdivision to file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the election, the elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors or the board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.
(2) Existing law allows the governing body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election that has been consolidated with an election held in the county or counties in which the political subdivision is situated to authorize the county board of supervisors to canvass the returns of the election.
This bill would instead allow the governing body of the political subdivision to authorize the county elections official to canvass the returns of the consolidated election.
(3) Existing law requires elections officials to provide each polling place with specified materials, including not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 instruction cards to guide voters in obtaining and marking their ballots.
This bill would eliminate the maximum limit of 12 instruction cards.
(4) Existing law prescribes various election day procedures, including the hours that the polls must be open and when voting will commence. Existing law requires the precinct board to proclaim aloud at the polling place that the polls are open and closed, as specified.
This bill would require that a precinct board member make those proclamations.
## Digest Key
## Bill Text
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:SECTION 1. Section 10403 of the Elections Code is amended to read:10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.SEC. 2. Section 10411 of the Elections Code is amended to read:10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:(a)(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.(b)(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.(c)(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.If the(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.SEC. 3. Section 14105 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.SEC. 4. Section 14213 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.SEC. 5. Section 14401 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
## The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
SECTION 1. Section 10403 of the Elections Code is amended to read:10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.
SECTION 1. Section 10403 of the Elections Code is amended to read:
### SECTION 1.
10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.
10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.
10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.
10403. (a) Whenever an election called by a district, city, or other political subdivision for the submission of a question, proposition, or office to be filled is to be consolidated with a statewide election, and the question, proposition, or office to be filled is to appear upon the same ballot as that provided for the statewide election, the district, city, or other political subdivision shall, at least 88 days prior to the date of the election, file with the board of supervisors, and a copy with the elections official, a resolution of its governing board that does all of the following:
(1) Requests that the district, city, or other political subdivision election be consolidated with the statewide election.
(2) Sets forth the exact form of the question, proposition, or office to be voted upon at the election, as it is to appear on the ballot. The question or proposition to appear on the ballot shall conform to this code governing the wording of propositions submitted to the voters at a statewide election.
(3) Acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in the manner prescribed in Section 10418.
(b) The resolution requesting the consolidation shall be adopted and filed at the same time as the adoption of the ordinance, resolution, or order calling the election.
(c) The names of the candidates to appear upon the ballot where district, city, or other political subdivision offices are to be filled shall be filed with the county elections official no later than 81 days prior to the election.
(d) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), in lieu of filing a resolution pursuant to subdivision (a) with the board of supervisors and filing a copy with the elections official, the district, city, or other political subdivision may file the resolution with only the elections official if, at least 88 days before the date of the election, either of the following requirements are met:
(1) The elections official provides the resolution to the board of supervisors.
(2) The board of supervisors has authorized the elections official to receive resolutions and consolidate elections without seeking new approval by the board of supervisors for each election.
SEC. 2. Section 10411 of the Elections Code is amended to read:10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:(a)(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.(b)(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.(c)(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.If the(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.
SEC. 2. Section 10411 of the Elections Code is amended to read:
### SEC. 2.
10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:(a)(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.(b)(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.(c)(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.If the(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.
10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:(a)(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.(b)(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.(c)(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.If the(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.
10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:(a)(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.(b)(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.(c)(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.If the(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.
10411. (a) In case of the consolidation of any election called by the legislative body of a city, district, or other political subdivision with an election held in the county or counties in which the city, district, or other political subdivision is situated, the governing body of the city, district, or other political subdivision may authorize the board of supervisors county elections official to canvass the returns of the election. If this authority is given: given to the county elections official, all of the following apply:
(a)
(1) The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election.
(b)
(2) Only one form of ballot shall be used.
(c)
(3) The returns of the election need not be canvassed by the legislative body of the authorizing city, district district, or other political subdivision.
If the
(b) If authority is given to the board of supervisors, county elections official pursuant to subdivision (a), the canvass shall be made in accordance with Article 1 (commencing with Section 15300) of Chapter 4 of Division 15.
SEC. 3. Section 14105 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.
SEC. 3. Section 14105 of the Elections Code is amended to read:
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14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.
14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.
14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.
14105. The elections official shall furnish to each polling place all of the following:
(a) At least one accessible copy of the voter list.
(b) Necessary printed blanks for the roster, tally sheets, voter list, declarations, and returns.
(c) Not fewer than 6 nor more than 12 six instruction cards to each polling place for the guidance of voters in obtaining and marking their ballots. On each card shall be printed necessary instructions and the provisions of Sections 14225, 14279, 14280, 14287, 14291, 14295, 15271, 15272, 15273, 15276, 15277, 15278, 18370, 18380, 18403, 18563, and 18569.
(d) A digest of the election laws with any further instructions the county elections official may desire to make.
(e) An American flag of sufficient size to adequately assist the voter in identifying the polling place. The flag is to be erected at or near the polling place.
(f) A ballot container, properly marked on the outside indicating its contents. If it is necessary to supply additional ballot containers, these additional containers shall also be marked on the outside indicating their contents.
(g) At least one copy of the certified write-in list, if applicable.
(h) A sufficient number of cards to each polling place containing the telephone number of the office to which a voter may call to obtain information about the voters polling place. The card shall state that the voter may call collect during polling hours.
(i) An identifying badge or insignia for each member of the precinct board. The member shall print the members name on the badge or insignia, and shall wear the badge or insignia at all times in the performance of duties, so as to be readily identified as a member of the precinct board by all persons entering the polling place.
(j) Facsimile copies of the ballot containing ballot measures and ballot instructions printed in Spanish or other languages as provided in Section 14201.
(k) Sufficient copies of the notices to be posted on the voter list used at the polls. The notice shall read as follows: This voter list shall not be marked in any manner except by a member of the precinct board acting pursuant to Section 14297. Any person who removes, tears, marks, or otherwise defaces this voter list with the intent to falsify or prevent others from readily ascertaining the name, address, or political affiliation of any voter, or the fact that a voter has or has not voted, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
(l) A roster for each polling place in the form prescribed in Section 14107.
(m) Printed copies of the Voter Bill of Rights, as supplied by the Secretary of State. The Voter Bill of Rights shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.
(n) For a partisan primary election, printed copies of the posters or other materials described in Section 14105.2. The posters or other materials shall be conspicuously posted both inside and outside every polling place.
(o) Handheld magnifying glasses, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.
(p) A signature guide card, to assist persons while signing their names on the roster, displayed and available at the table or desk used by the precinct board.
SEC. 4. Section 14213 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.
SEC. 4. Section 14213 of the Elections Code is amended to read:
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14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.
14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.
14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.
14213. Before the precinct board receives any ballots, it a precinct board member shall proclaim aloud at the place of election that the polls are open.
SEC. 5. Section 14401 of the Elections Code is amended to read:14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.
SEC. 5. Section 14401 of the Elections Code is amended to read:
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14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.
14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.
14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.
14401. When the polls are closed, the precinct board a precinct board member shall proclaim that fact aloud at the place of election. After the proclamation no ballot shall be received. However, if at the hour of closing there are any other voters in the polling place, or in line at the door, who are qualified to vote and have not been able to do so since appearing, the polls shall be kept open a sufficient time to enable them to vote.