Bill > SB320

This bill proposes to establish a new chapter in Delaware's election laws to allow for voting by mail ballot. Key provisions include: - Applying to non-presidential primaries, general elections, and special elections to fill certain vacancies. - Establishing a process for electors to apply for and receive mail ballots, including requirements for the ballot envelope and instructions. - Specifying procedures for the Department of Elections to receive, process, and count mail ballots, including requirements for bipartisan election judge teams and security measures. - Allowing the Department to begin processing mail ballots 30 days before the election, but prohibiting the reporting of results before the polls close on election day. - Providing for the challenging and rejection of mail ballots under certain circumstances. - Requiring the Department to maintain detailed records on mail ballot applications and provide information to political parties. - Granting the State Election Commissioner authority to establish rules for logic and accuracy testing of mail ballot tabulating equipment. - Creating a system for voters to check the status of their mail ballot. The bill would apply to elections occurring after July 1, 2022.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=129685