diff --git a/elections/committee-conflict-of-interest.md b/elections/committee-conflict-of-interest.md
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--- a/elections/committee-conflict-of-interest.md
+++ b/elections/committee-conflict-of-interest.md
@@ -31,5 +31,9 @@ committee they want to continue with in the event that they are elected.
 This process should occur as soon as possible after a potential conflict has
 been identified.
 
+If the candidate is elected in the first election to conclude and that
+appointment matches their preference, the candidate will be withdrawn from the
+remaining open election.
+
 If applicable, the committee where that individual vacated their seat will fill
 that vacancy per existing election or committee vacancy rules.