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Introduced
01/27/2022
01/27/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/04/2022
04/04/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to primaries and elections generally, so as to provide for drop boxes for use in returning absentee ballots; to provide for locations; to provide for requirements and operation; to provide for ballot collection; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a process for counties in Georgia to set up drop boxes where voters can deposit their absentee ballots. The drop boxes must be located on public property, have video monitoring, and be emptied at least once every 24 hours in the final days before an election. The bill outlines specific requirements for the construction and operation of the drop boxes, including the need for oaths and documentation from the officials collecting the ballots. The bill also specifies that the video recordings of the drop boxes must be retained for at least 30 days after the election is certified.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Kimberly Alexander (D)*,
James Beverly (D)*,
Shelly Hutchinson (D)*,
Donna McLeod (D)*,
Elizabeth Moore (D)*,
Bee Nguyen (D)*,
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/02/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20212022/204301 |
| Bill | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/61489 |
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