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This bill modifies Oklahoma's absentee ballot procedures by providing alternative methods for voters to validate their ballot affidavits and introducing a voter notification and correction process. Specifically, voters can now attach a photocopy of an approved form of identification instead of getting their signature notarized or witnessed by two people, depending on the type of absentee ballot they are requesting. The bill also requires county election boards to immediately notify voters if their absentee ballot application or affidavit is rejected, using either mail or electronic communication, and mandates that the Secretary of the State Election Board establish rules allowing voters an opportunity to correct or "cure" any deficiencies in their ballot documents. This change aims to make the absentee voting process more accessible and give voters a chance to fix potential errors that might otherwise disqualify their ballot. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2025, and repeals a previous section of law related to ballot affidavit execution.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb329&Session=2600