Amendments to the Electoral Code, adopted during the Spring Session of the Seimas, introduce several changes intended to modify the electoral process. Among the proposed updates are measures to combat disinformation during the campaign period and provisions to expand voting accessibility, including the option for voters to participate from home. A notable revision concerns the financial requirements for participation in the upcoming municipal council and mayor elections.
The package of amendments stipulates a reduction in the required deposit for candidates. Specifically, the deposit amount will be halved, setting the new requirement at 1,214 euros. This deposit is applicable to either the entire list of candidates or the individual running for mayor.
The legislation clarifies that if the mayoral candidate is already listed as part of a larger slate of candidates, only a single deposit payment will be necessary. These procedural adjustments aim to refine the mechanics of the election. By modifying the financial threshold, the amendments seek to adjust the entry barrier for individuals wishing to run for office.
These changes are part of a broader legislative effort to update the framework governing how future local elections are conducted.
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