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NM HB217

NM HB217
16- And 17-years Olds As Qualified Electors


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Introduced
01/27/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

16- And 17-years Olds As Qualified Electors

AI Summary

This bill amends the definition of "qualified elector" in the New Mexico Election Code to include residents who are at least 16 years of age, effectively allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in elections. It also repeals two existing sections of the code related to voter qualifications and becomes effective on January 1, 2024.

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Government Affairs

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Last Action

House Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee (13:00:00 2/11/2023 Room 309) (on 02/11/2023)

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