S 2391 · 93th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

Presidential Regional Primaries Act

Introduced 1973-09-07· Sponsored by Sen. Packwood, Bob [R-OR]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Rules and Administration.(1973-09-07)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Presidential Regional Primaries Act - Provides for the regulation of the process by which the people of the United States select the President and Vice President. Establishes a series of five regional primary elections at which the people may express their preference for the nomination of an individual for election to the office of President. Establishes a Federal Primary Elections Commission to promulgate guidelines and rules to accomplish the objectives of this Act. Sets forth the authority of such Commission. Provides for the reimbursement to the States for the costs of elections under this Act. Requires the Commission to report to the President and the Congress on steps taken under this Act. Authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out the objectives of this Act.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Republican