Bill > HB423

This bill establishes the Future Voter Program to increase voter registration and participation among young adults by allowing high school students aged 16 and 17 to pre-register to vote. The program requires school entities to observe "Constitution and Citizenship Day" on September 17th each year, during which schools will coordinate voter registration events in history and social studies classes. Eligible students can sign up to register to vote, but their information will not be added to the Statewide Uniform Registry of Electors (SURE system) until they turn 18. The Secretary of Education, in consultation with the Secretary of the Commonwealth, will develop age-appropriate civic education materials and facilitate the pre-registration process. Students can pre-register electronically using their driver's license or state ID, and their personal information will remain confidential until they reach voting age. The bill aims to address low voter registration rates among 18-24 year olds by engaging students earlier in the civic participation process and providing them with opportunities to understand the importance of voting. The program is designed to be a proactive approach to voter engagement, recognizing that early voter registration may lead to higher long-term voter turnout.

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