Bill > HB480

This bill amends Georgia's election law to establish a permanent absentee voter list, allowing voters to request automatic absentee ballots for all future regularly scheduled primaries, elections, and runoffs without having to submit a new application each time. Under the new provisions, voters can opt into this permanent list by selecting a specific option on their absentee ballot application. If a voter chooses this option, they will automatically receive absentee ballots for future elections unless they are moved to the inactive voter list or choose to opt out. The bill maintains existing requirements for absentee ballot applications, such as providing identification information, and continues to require that applications be submitted within specified timeframes before an election. The legislation also preserves existing rules about who can request an absentee ballot on behalf of a voter and includes safeguards to prevent unauthorized handling of ballot applications. The Secretary of State will track and maintain data about which voters have selected the permanent absentee ballot option, and this information will be available for public inspection.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70400