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VA HB1751
Elections; general provisions; loudspeakers prohibited at polls and certain other locations; penalty.
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Introduced
01/04/2025
01/04/2025
In Committee
01/04/2025
01/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/22/2025
02/22/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Elections; general provisions; loudspeakers prohibited at polls and certain other locations; penalty. Extends the prohibition on loudspeakers at the polls on election day to the office of the general registrar, a central absentee voter precinct, or a voter satellite office on election day and during hours when such facilities are open for the purpose of casting absentee ballots.
AI Summary
This bill amends an existing Virginia law about loudspeaker restrictions near voting locations by expanding the current prohibition. Previously, loudspeakers were banned within 300 feet of polling places on election day, but now the restriction will also apply to the office of the general registrar, central absentee voter precincts, and voter satellite offices during election day and while these facilities are open for casting absentee ballots. The only exceptions to this prohibition remain school-related purposes or emergency situations. Individuals who violate this law would be charged with a Class 4 misdemeanor, which is a minor criminal offense. The purpose of this legislation appears to be maintaining a quiet, undisturbed environment for voters and election workers during the voting process, preventing potential disruptions or attempts to influence voters through loud audio communications near voting locations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Left in Privileges and Elections (on 02/05/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/HB1751 |
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1751) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1020676.PDF |
BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/HB1751/text/HB1751 |
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