Allows for three weeks of no-excuse absentee voting
HB 2354 allows registered voters in the state to request an absentee ballot without providing a specific reason during a three-week period before an election. Under this bill, voters who would normally need a valid excuse, such as illness, work, or religious observance, can vote by mail simply by requesting a ballot during this window. The law also expands access by permitting certain groups, including first responders and health care workers, to vote absentee without a reason at any time. Additionally, the bill enables interstate former residents and new residents to vote absentee for presidential and vice presidential elections, while maintaining existing requirements for photo identification and notarization for most absentee ballots.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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Referred: General Laws(H)
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Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Joe Adams
DDemocratic
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