Sets out the procedures and requirements for special elections; implements a timetable for the special primary and special election, including the number of signatures required for the petition.
Changes the early voting period for general, primary, run-off primary and special elections for public office or party position; maintains the current early voting period for general elections in a year in which electors of president and vice president of the United States are to be elected.
Establishes provisions requiring absentee ballots that do not have postmarked dates that are received in the mail by the board of elections within three days following the day of election to be cast and counted.
Establishes a ranked choice voting method to be implemented by local governments for use in general elections, special elections and primaries within the state.
Permits boards of elections to change the date of a primary election within fourteen days of an election if such election date conflicts with a religious holiday.