House Democratic members introduced legislation aiming to lift barriers that prevent individuals from voting and to encourage voter registration.
Key Points:
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- Removes the challenged ballot requirement, which makes a ballot challenged if an individual registers on Election Day, even if they have ID and proof of residency.
- Lifts the current prohibition on paid rides to the polls.
- Allows individuals to pre-register to vote at 16.
- Codifies current policy allowing an elector to apply for an absent voter ballot online through the Secretary of State portal.
Next step:
The bills were referred to the House Elections Committee for consideration.
