Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Runoff Law Could Change Before Primary
A never-before used runoff election law may end up staying that way according to a statement from lawmakers today. Leaders in both the state house and senate said they're considering a plan that would eliminate the possibility of a runoff election to decide the looming May 22 primary. Unless the current law is changed, there would be a runoff 35 days after the primary if a single candidate does not win 40 percent of the vote or more. Currently, there are seven Democrats and three Republicans seeking their respective parties' nominations. A runoff election stands a greater chance of being triggered when the vote is split between numerous candidates.
# posted by Justin Mullins @ 4:09 PM 
