Relating to: including a space for write-in candidates on city election ballots; eliminating independent candidates from the partisan primary ballot; and using a temporary operator’s license or identification card to establish proof of residence for voter registration (suggested as remedial legislation by the Elections Commission).

SB 916 modifies election rules for city elections and voter registration. It requires city ballots to include space for write-in candidates and removes independent candidates from partisan primary ballots (meaning only party-affiliated candidates appear in those primaries). The bill also allows temporary driver's licenses or ID cards as proof of residence for voter registration, replacing some current documentation requirements. These changes directly affect city voters, candidates running for local office, and election administrators. The bill was proposed by the Elections Commission as corrective legislation.