Bill > SB985

This bill modifies several provisions related to the Secretary of State's responsibilities, primarily focusing on election administration and fee collection. The bill requires the Secretary of State to establish a unique identification coding system for all precincts in the state, based on federal standards, and mandates that election authorities implement this system. It updates voter registration data management rules, specifying what voter information can be released and under what conditions, and introduces new provisions for protecting the addresses of certain vulnerable individuals like undercover law enforcement officers and domestic violence victims. The bill also extends the Secretary of State's authority to collect an additional $5 fee on various administrative fees until December 31, 2030, with these fees being deposited into the Secretary of State's technology trust fund. Additionally, the bill makes changes to absentee ballot procedures, including modifying the information required on ballot envelopes and removing some notarization requirements. The bill aims to improve election administration transparency, voter privacy, and technological infrastructure while providing more flexibility in voter information management.

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https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=231