Senate Government Operations Committee backs H953 to add recall procedure to Penton charter

May 19, 2026

On May 19, 2026, the Senate Government Operations Committee voted to accept the House version of H953, which approves charter amendments for the town of Penton creating a recall process for elected town officers. Members discussed petition thresholds, timing and certification before returning a favorable report.

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The Senate Government Operations Committee on May 19 accepted the House‑passed H953, an act approving charter amendments for the town of Penton that insert a recall process for elected town officers.

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