Bill > HB1865

This bill modifies Oklahoma election laws in two key areas. First, it requires ballots for each election day precinct to be printed in advance, with a provision allowing the Secretary of the State Election Board to authorize additional ballot printing on election day in case of shortages or emergencies. The bill also ensures continued accommodations for voters with disabilities who need assistance casting ballots. Second, the bill mandates that voters must vote at their assigned precinct polling place and explicitly prohibits vote centers (polling locations where any voter from the jurisdiction can vote regardless of their specific precinct). The polling place hours remain 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with voters in line at 7:00 p.m. still being allowed to vote. An exception allows for emergency vote centers in specific circumstances, such as natural disasters or other emergencies, but these must be limited to directly impacted precincts. The bill clarifies that subprecincts and sharing of precinct officials are still permitted. The law is set to become effective on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause allowing immediate implementation upon passage.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1865&Session=2500