HB3301

Illinois HB3301 makes it illegal to intimidate, threaten, or use violence against election workers or individuals lawfully present at polling places.

Illinois HB3301 amends the Election Code to prohibit intimidation, threats, coercion, violence, or force against election workers and individuals lawfully present at polling places. Election workers include officials, poll workers, and volunteers involved in election administration. Election-related duties include voter registration, processing ballots, and certifying results. Violators face a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a Class 4 felony for subsequent offenses within three years of a previous conviction.