Clarifying process for filling vacancies in Legislature

SB 70 clarifies the process for filling vacancies in West Virginia's state Legislature (Senate or House of Delegates). It requires the Governor to appoint a replacement from a list of three qualified candidates submitted by the district's party committee within 15 days of the vacancy, with the candidate needing to be of the same political party as the vacating member. The bill mandates standardized interviews for candidates (potentially virtual if more than three apply), a secret ballot selection process by the committee, and strict deadlines for all steps, including the Governor's appointment within five days of receiving the list. This directly affects the Governor, party committees, and potential candidates seeking legislative vacancies.