Bill > S386

This bill introduces two key changes to voter registration in North Carolina: same-day registration on election day and preregistration for teenagers. For same-day registration, the bill allows qualified individuals to register and vote on election day or during early voting by presenting proof of residence (such as a utility bill or government document) and photo identification. The voter will cast a retrievable ballot, and election officials will verify their registration within two business days. The bill also establishes a preregistration option for 16 and 17-year-olds, enabling them to register in advance and be automatically registered when they turn 18. This preregistration can occur at various locations like driver's license offices, public agencies, and high schools, with the goal of engaging younger people in the voting process. The bill requires public high schools to make voter registration and preregistration forms available and encourages educational institutions to promote voter engagement without making registration a graded requirement. Additionally, the legislation modifies existing laws to accommodate these new registration methods, ensuring that teenagers who will be eligible to vote in an upcoming election can participate in primaries and general elections after being registered. The bill becomes effective immediately upon becoming law.

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S386