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ID H0573

ID H0573
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding voting by absentee ballot.


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Introduced
02/15/2024
In Committee
02/16/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO ELECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 34-1001, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PRO- VISIONS REGARDING VOTING BY ABSENTEE BALLOT; AMENDING SECTION 34-1002, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR CIRCUMSTANCES FOR WHICH AN ABSENTEE BALLOT MAY

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to revise provisions regarding voting by absentee ballot. It specifies the circumstances under which a registered elector may request an absentee ballot, such as being unable to vote in person due to being out of the jurisdiction or having an illness or disability. The bill also outlines the requirements for submitting an application for an absentee ballot, including that the application must be made on a form provided by the county clerk and cannot be completed by a third party unless the elector needs assistance due to illness or disability. The bill also sets an effective date of July 1, 2024, with an emergency clause.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (House)

Last Action

Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs (on 02/16/2024)

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