Bill > SB0200

This bill removes straight ticket voting in Indiana, eliminating the option for voters to cast a single vote for all candidates of a political party in general or municipal elections. Specifically, the bill repeals existing provisions related to straight ticket voting, such as ballot instructions and vote counting rules for straight party tickets. The legislation makes multiple technical amendments across various sections of Indiana election law to remove references to straight ticket voting. Additionally, the bill increases the maximum time a voter may remain in a voting booth from four to seven minutes. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving election officials time to update voting systems and procedures. By eliminating straight ticket voting, the bill requires voters to make individual selections for each candidate, potentially increasing voter engagement and deliberation in the voting process.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/senate/200/details