The council is backing a proposed New Jersey law that would allow towns to offer ranked choice voting in local elections.
Raskin, Beyer, Welch Bill Would Bring Ranked Choice Voting to Congressional Elections Across America
The legislation would require ranked choice voting in all congressional primary and general elections starting in 2028.
If the state bill passes, Princeton voters may see a local ranked choice voting referendum on ballots in November.
Charlottesville City Council approved the use of ranked choice voting for its June 2025 council primary.
If passed by voters, a greater portion of the electorate will have a meaningful voice in taxpayer-funded elections.