Whiz Kids/Slow Pokes Voter Registration.

SB 386 establishes same-day voter registration on election day in North Carolina, allowing eligible individuals to register and vote immediately at their county's election office or early voting site. It also permits 16- and 17-year-olds to preregister to vote for upcoming elections they will qualify for upon turning 18. To register under this bill, voters must provide proof of residence (e.g., utility bill, bank statement) and photo ID, and submit a completed registration form. The bill modifies existing deadlines and primary election rules to align with these new registration provisions. This changes how voters can register and participate, focusing on expanding access while maintaining verification requirements.