Elections cannot take place without election committees. Their members shall guarantee that the voting is conducted correctly. This is simply a liable task that involves large social trust. In addition to satisfaction and participation in the democratic process, however, the members of the committee are besides paid. Who can become a associate of it and what are the rates for this work?
Now. May 18, 2025 the election of the president of Poland will take place. Then citizens will decide who will take office as head of state for another term. This is 1 of the most crucial political developments that require thousands of people to be active in election committees. Their task is to issue ballot cards, keep order and number votes.
Each committee is composed of 5 to 9 people and their number depends on the size of the electoral circuit.
Who can become a associate of the election commission?
The composition of electoral commissions is governed by the Electoral Code (Journal of Laws 2011 No 21, item 112). Under the rules, only 1 electoral commission can service as a member. The applicant must:
- hold Polish citizenship,
- be 18 years old,
- not be deprived of public or electoral rights,
- not be incapacitated,
- Permanently reside in the state in which the commission is submitted.
presidential election 2025. Who can't be a associate of the election commission?
Not everyone can do that.. In accordance with Article 153 of the Electoral Code, members of the committee may not be:
- candidates in elections,
- electoral commissioners,
- electoral representatives of election committees,
- financial advisers to election committees,
- electoral officials,
- husbands of trust,
- Social observers.
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These restrictions aim to guarantee impartiality and the integrity of the committee's work. For this reason, membership of the electoral commission expires on the date of signature of the approval to stand for election or to take up 1 of the above mentioned functions.
How do you study your willingness to become a associate of the election commission?
To submit his candidacy, an appropriate application must be requested, which is available on the website of municipal offices and the State Election Commission (PKW). After completion, the paper must be provided:
- personally to the municipal office,
- by electronic means, utilizing e-government systems.
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The municipal election committee shall then elect members from among the candidates submitted. The deadline for submitting applications is usually set about 1 period before the election.
How much can you make as a associate of the election committee?
According to Resolution No 29/2023 of the State Election Commission of 2 August 2023, the amount of remuneration depends on the function:
- members of territory electoral commissions – 1000 PLN,
- Chairman of regional electoral commissions – PLN 700,
- Deputy Presidents of Regional Election Commissions – PLN 600,
- Members of regional electoral commissions – 500 PLN.
Furthermore, in accordance with Article 154 of the Electoral Code, the members of the committee are entitled to allowances and reimbursement of travel and accommodation expenses.
== sync, corrected by elderman ==
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