Bill > H802

This bill establishes a commission to study the effects of the implementation of Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2020, which expanded voting options in the 2020 election cycle. The commission will examine changes in voter turnout, the use of different voting methods, the impact on voter accessibility, the number of poll and election workers required, the costs related to security, and any changes in voting irregularities compared to past election cycles. The commission will also consider whether it would be advantageous to permanently extend the number of voting options for future elections and assess the constitutionality of a permanent change to mail-in voting procedures. The commission will consist of 13 members, including government officials, political party representatives, and experts, and will provide a report with their findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2021.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H802