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OK HB2782

OK HB2782
Elections; absentee ballot applications; modifying procedures for application; effective date.


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Introduced
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/07/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 14-105, as amended by Sections 1, Chapter 292, O.S.L. 2022, 14-110.1, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 292, O.S.L. 2022 and 14-115, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 305, O.S.L. 2022 (26 O.S. Supp. 2022, Sections 14-105, 14-110.1 and 14-115), which relate to absentee ballot applications; modifying methods of application; modifying procedures for application; providing for period of validity; providing for cancellation under certain circumstances; providing exception; providing for validity of absentee ballot application for certain period; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends Oklahoma's election laws regarding absentee ballot applications. It modifies the methods and procedures for applying for absentee ballots, including allowing voters to request absentee ballots for a single election, all elections in a calendar year, or all future elections they are eligible to vote in. The bill also provides for the cancellation of absentee ballot applications in certain circumstances, such as if a voter who has applied for all future elections does not return a completed ballot for 24 months. The bill also includes specific provisions for absentee voting by incapacitated voters in nursing homes and veterans centers. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/07/2023)

Taxonomy

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues

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