HR 251: Local government; probate judges shall be elected in nonpartisan elections; provide - CA
HR 251 status: Introduced — Effective Date (updated Jul 1, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialA RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that all probate judges shall be elected in nonpartisan elections; to provide for related matters; to provide for submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.
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Environment
Benefits
- no direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- no direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- no direct economic impact identified
Risks
- no direct economic impact identified
Society
Benefits
- potentially fosters less partisan judicial decision-making
- focuses judicial campaigns on qualifications rather than party affiliation
Risks
- removes party cues which can help voters identify candidate ideology
- potentially decreases voter turnout due to lack of partisan interest
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OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Removal of party affiliation may reduce voter awareness of candidate judicial philosophy
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