Bill > HB1148

This bill introduces same-day voter registration in Indiana, allowing individuals to register to vote on the day of an election, including primary, general, municipal, school district, or special elections, effective July 1, 2026. To register on election day, an individual must be a resident of the precinct, legally qualified to vote, not already registered under certain circumstances, and not have already voted in the election. The registration process requires completing a voter registration form and providing proof of residence, which can only be done by presenting a REAL ID driver's license or identification card showing the individual's name and residence address. Individuals who register on election day will be given a provisional ballot, and their registration will be processed by the county voter registration office. The bill specifies that these voters cannot be challenged solely on the grounds that their registration does not appear in the precinct registration book, and they are not required to obtain a certificate of error to vote. If the notice mailed to the newly registered voter is not returned as undeliverable, the registration becomes effective, and the voter's provisional ballot may be counted if they provide the required documentation by the close of polls on election day.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1148/details