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Senate committee votes 5–1 to reject bill limiting public role in party primaries
Summary
The State and Local Government Committee voted 5–1 to recommend 'do not pass' on a bill that would change how party primaries and endorsements determine ballot access after lawmakers debated party structure, voter access and the practical effect of changing the nomination system.
The State and Local Government Committee voted 5–1 to recommend 'do not pass' on a bill related to party primaries after an extended debate about the role of party endorsements and public participation. Senator Lee moved the committee motion and Senator Braunberger seconded; the clerk recorded a 5–1 roll call.
Supporters who spoke in favor of limiting primary access argued the change could…
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