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FL S1586

FL S1586
Elections


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Introduced
01/06/2022
In Committee
01/12/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requiring the uniform statewide voter registration application to be accepted for the purpose of vote-by-mail ballot requests; requiring the online voter registration system to permit an applicant to request a vote-by-mail ballot; requiring the Governor to consult with supervisors of elections of affected counties in fixing the dates for special elections; requiring the Governor to issue an order calling for a special election within a certain timeframe; requiring a supervisor of elections to accept certain requests for vote-by-mail ballots, etc.

AI Summary

This bill makes several changes to Florida's election laws. It requires the uniform statewide voter registration application to be accepted for requesting a vote-by-mail ballot, and the online voter registration system to permit applicants to request a vote-by-mail ballot. The bill also requires the Governor to consult with county supervisors of elections when setting dates for special elections, and to issue an order calling for a special election within a certain timeframe. Additionally, the bill allows supervisors of elections to accept certain requests for vote-by-mail ballots without requiring the inclusion of the voter's identification information.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Ethics and Elections (on 03/14/2022)

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