Constitution of the State of Georgia

Article V. EXECUTIVE BRANCH · Article V. EXECUTIVE BRANCH · Section II. DUTIES AND POWERS OF GOVERNOR

Art. V, Sec. II, Para. V. Writs of election.

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The Governor shall issue writs of election to fill all vacancies that may occur in the Senate and in the House of Representatives.

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Cross references

Vacancies in office generally, Ch. 5, T. 45.

Other notes

1976 Constitution.: Art. V, Sec. II, Para. III.

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