New Jersey § 19:6-27
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 19:6-27, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19:6-27.
The Board of State Canvassers shall consist of five persons, including the chairman,
who shall be the Governor of this State. In the absence of the Governor, the Secretary of State shall serve as the chairman
of the board and in the absence of the Secretary of State, the Assistant Secretary
of State shall serve as the chairman of the board. The remaining members of the board shall consist of four members of the Legislature
appointed by the Governor. No more than two of the legislators shall be from the same political party. When the Governor is serving as chairman of the board, the Secretary of State shall
be the clerk of the board. When the Secretary of State is serving as chairman of the board, the Assistant Secretary
of State shall be the clerk of the board. When the Assistant Secretary of State is serving as chairman of the board, that
person shall designate another person to be clerk of the board and shall administer
to that person the oath prescribed in R.S. 19:21-4 . The board shall meet at such times and places as the chairman thereof shall determine
pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 19:21-1 .
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 19:6-27
What does New Jersey Statutes § 19:6-27 cover?
Section 19:6-27 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 19:6-27?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 19:6-27 apply to my situation?
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