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This bill modifies California's election code by changing the timing of vote center availability and the process for resolving tie votes. Specifically, for all-mailed ballot elections, the bill reduces the required early vote center availability from 10 days before an election to 5 days before an election. For tie votes, the bill allows the Secretary of State to summon candidates to any of their office locations (rather than just the State Capitol) to resolve the tie by lot. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility in election administration by shortening the mandatory early voting period and expanding the potential locations for resolving tie votes. The bill maintains existing provisions for vote centers, including requirements for accessibility, language assistance, and the number of vote centers based on registered voters. These changes are part of a broader effort to make voting more convenient and adaptable, with provisions to ensure that voters with disabilities and those in language minority communities continue to have robust support during the election process.

Education, Government Affairs

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