March 3, 2017 •
Special Election Called to Fill Seat in Tennessee House
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam issued a writ yesterday ordering a special election to fill a vacant seat in state House District 95. The seat was left vacant after Rep. Mark Lovell resigned in February amid allegations of inappropriate sexual contact. […]
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam issued a writ yesterday ordering a special election to fill a vacant seat in state House District 95.
The seat was left vacant after Rep. Mark Lovell resigned in February amid allegations of inappropriate sexual contact.
A special primary election will be held Thursday, April 27, with a special general to follow on Thursday, June 15. The winning candidate will serve out the remainder of Lovell’s term.
April 15, 2013 •
Mississippi Governor Reschedules Special Election
Changed to avoid voter confusion
The special election for House District 95 has been rescheduled from May 14, 2013 to May 28, 2013.
A runoff election will be held June 18, 2013, if needed.
The election date was changed because the original runoff date coincided with municipal elections, and election officials were concerned it could lead to voter confusion.
April 4, 2013 •
Mississippi House District 95 Special Election May 14
Runoff scheduled June 4 if needed
The seat for House District 95 will be filled by special election on May 14, 2013.
A runoff, if needed, will be held on June 4.
The seat was left vacant by the death of Representative Jessica Upshaw in March.
Photo of the Mississippi State House by Shawn Lea on Wikipedia.
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