Bill > HB395

This bill modifies several provisions of Missouri's election laws, primarily focusing on voter registration and voting eligibility. The bill expands voter registration accessibility by requiring applications to be available in English, Spanish, and Braille, and clarifies voter eligibility rules. Specifically, it adjusts language about who can vote, including modifications to voting rights for individuals with felony convictions, allowing those in jail who have not been convicted to vote, and explicitly stating that individuals adjudged incapacitated cannot register. The bill also updates voter registration application forms, ensuring more comprehensive information collection and providing clear instructions about citizenship and identification requirements. Additionally, the legislation mandates that election authorities provide Braille ballots for visually impaired voters and establishes more detailed procedures for absentee ballot distribution, including provisions for delivering ballots to voters who become hospitalized or confined shortly before an election. The changes aim to make the voting process more accessible and transparent while maintaining strict guidelines about voter qualifications and registration procedures.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB395&year=2025&code=R