Scutari to introduce electoral reforms after Roselle snafus

As a “problem-plagued” Democratic primary threatens to delay the distribution of mail-in ballots in Roselle, the second-most powerful man in state government announced plans to introduce legislation to rectify electoral failures related to the case.

State Senate President Nicholas Scutari said the legislation will clarify laws surrounding recounts and mistakes in the electoral process. He said election officials will have input in the bill, which he hopes will address conflicting court decisions and standards.

A close finish in a council primary in Roselle led to months of slow-moving litigation, ultimately leading to the results being thrown out. Scutari, also chairs the Democratic Party in Union County, which encompasses Roselle.

“The confusion and conflicting decisions in the courts, the latest in Roselle, highlight the need for reforms to protect the integrity of the election process and prevent the disenfranchisement of voters,” Scutari said.



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