Bill > LD158

This bill modifies Maine's election law by changing the timeframe for in-person absentee voting at the clerk's office from 45 days before an election to 30 days before an election. During this 30-day period, voters can vote by absentee ballot directly in the presence of the clerk without completing a separate application. The clerk must verify the voter's identity by confirming their residence address and year of birth. The bill maintains existing restrictions on campaign advertising within the clerk's office and on public property within 250 feet of the office entrance, with specific exceptions for private property and campaign buttons. These provisions aim to provide greater convenience for voters while maintaining election integrity and preventing undue influence near polling locations. The changes are part of ongoing efforts to make voting more accessible while preserving the fairness of the electoral process.

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