An executive order calling for an election. "When any vacancy happens in the representation of this State in the United States Senate or in the House of Representatives, the Governor shall issue a writ of election to fill the same unless the term of service of the person whose office shall become vacant will expire within six months next after the happening of the vacancy ..." N.J.S.A. §19:27-4.
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An executive order calling for an election. "When any vacancy happens in the representation of this State in the United States Senate or in the House of Representatives, the Governor shall issue a writ of election to fill the same unless the term of service of the person whose office shall become vacant will expire within six months next after the happening of the vacancy ..." N.J.S.A. §19:27-4.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Writ Of Election. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/writ-of-election
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