Election Law - Early Voting Centers - Bus Stops

HB 263 requires county and municipal bus routes (excluding MTA/Washington Metro routes) to allow passengers to board or exit at early voting center entrances if the center is within half a mile of the bus route, during early voting hours. This directly affects voters using local public transit near early voting locations and the transit operators managing those routes. The bill also mandates election boards to inform voters about early voting locations through media, mailings, and other public outreach starting 30 days before voting periods. It takes effect January 1, 2027, and applies to fixed local bus services funded by counties or municipalities.