Complex sentence: Scott's resignation from Congress became effective January 2,2013 and Haley ordered the special election to replace him on the same day, with primary election being held on March 19, with runoffs on April 2 and the general election on May 7.
Split into simpler sentences: Scott's resignation from Congress became effective January 2,2013 and Haley ordered the special election to replace him on the same day. The primary election will be held on March 19, with runoffs on April 2 and the general election on May 7.