Relating to unlawful solicitation and distribution of a voter registration application; creating a criminal offense.

HB 3827 makes it a crime for public or election officials to solicit or distribute voter registration applications to people who didn’t request them, while acting in their official capacity. The bill prohibits unsolicited distribution, using public funds for third-party distribution without a request, or completing applications for others. Exceptions include sharing general voter registration information, providing access via public websites, or when acting as a candidate for office. Violating this law would be a state jail felony, and the bill takes effect on September 1, 2025, unless passed with a two-thirds vote.