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MN SF1094
MN SF1094Duties related to ballot reconciliation and postelection review to be completed before a canvassing board may certify the results of an election requirement
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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to elections; requiring certain duties related to ballot reconciliation and postelection review to be completed before a canvassing board may certify its report on the results of an election; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 204C.31, subdivision 3.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Minnesota election law to require that canvassing boards cannot certify election results until two specific processes are fully completed: ballot reconciliation (as outlined in section 204C.20) and postelection review (as outlined in section 206.89). In practical terms, this means that before an official election result can be certified, election officials must first thoroughly check and verify ballot counts and conduct a comprehensive post-election review to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the voting process. The bill amends an existing statute to explicitly state this new requirement, which adds an additional layer of procedural verification before election results can be officially declared. This change aims to enhance transparency and confidence in the election certification process by mandating that comprehensive checks are performed before final results are approved.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Elections (on 02/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1094&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF1094&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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