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Introduced
02/20/2019
02/20/2019
In Committee
02/28/2019
02/28/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019
05/03/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Removes requirement that identification presented by elector at polls contain elector's signature; prohibits election clerk or inspector from comparing elector's signatures on precinct register & provided form of identification; revises requirements for Department of State rules regarding ballot layout.
AI Summary
This bill removes the requirement that identification presented by an elector at the polls must contain the elector's signature. It also prohibits election clerks or inspectors from comparing the elector's signatures on the precinct register and the provided form of identification, and from using any discrepancy between the signatures as a basis for challenging the elector's eligibility to vote. Additionally, the bill revises the requirements for the Department of State's rules regarding ballot layout, including requiring the ballot title and instructions to be centered across the top of the first page or screen, and repealing the provision requiring the supervisor of elections to maintain a signature list of voters.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Oversight, Transparency and Public Management Subcommittee, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/SB 7066 (Ch. 2019-162) (on 05/03/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/967 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/967/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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