Bill > HB1121

This bill amends the Election Code to change how county clerks handle voter registrations for deceased voters. Specifically, the bill replaces permissive language ("may") with mandatory language ("shall"), requiring county clerks to take two key actions: first, issue death record certifications from an electronic reporting system established under the Vital Records Act, and second, use that system to cancel the voter registration of any person who died during the preceding month. Previously, these actions were optional, but now they become a mandatory duty for county clerks. The goal is to ensure more prompt and systematic removal of deceased individuals from voter rolls, which helps maintain the accuracy of voter registration records and prevent potential voter fraud. The bill applies to the county where the deceased person last resided, as indicated on their death certificate, and requires monthly review and cancellation of registrations for those who have passed away.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1121&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104