(1) An elector may nominate a separate elector as a write-in candidate for the office of precinct committeeperson if the elector making the nomination submits, not later than 8 p.m. on the date of the primary election, a write-in nomination on a form prescribed by the Secretary of State by rule. The write-in nomination shall:

(a) Certify that both the elector making the nomination and the write-in candidate:

(A) Are members of the same major political party; and

(B) Reside in the same county and within the same district boundary for the House of Representatives listed in ORS § 188.300.

(b) Request that the county elections official count any write-in votes received by the write-in candidate.

(2) An elector who is nominated as a write-in candidate under this section is not eligible for election to the office of precinct committeeperson unless:

(a) The write-in candidate meets the qualifications set forth in ORS § 248.015 (4); and

(b) The write-in candidate receives three or more votes. [2019 c.675 § 17; 2021 s.s.1 c.2 § 8]

See note under 248.019.