Please vote no on HB 90. We cannot expect to know all the reasons why a candidate would withdraw from a party nomination and then decide to run in a general election, as an independent or with another party. Some situations might be considered "sore loser." But other situations, a candidate may have legitimate reasons to leave a political party. Voters need more choices in General Elections, not fewer choices.

Good afternoon. Thank you for allowing me to provide my input. I believe HB 56, 90, and 1439 would restrict participation by independent voters in the political election system. The aforementioned bills would force citizens to align themselves with a particular party in order to participate in the election of their representatives. This creates a barrier for the exchange of ideas and positions amongst independent voter and literally forces people to choose a camp. These type of thinking reduces variables for politicians trying to coalesce and quantify their support, but poisons civics, creating a negative polarizing effect on the constituency.

(Please remove my previous comments) Veterans for All Voters opposes HB 90. HB 90 adds additional barriers to Independent candidates. Independent candidates should be able to have their names printed on the general election ballot even if they decide to withdraw from a party nominating process before the primary election date. If HB 90 is enacted into law, voters will have fewer choices in the general election. Voters want more choices, not less. More choices. More Voices. Please vote to lay HB 90 on the table.