Illinois SB1484 mandates that all eligible citizens vote in every general election, allowing them to cast a blank ballot if they choose not to.
Illinois SB1484, the Facilitating Voting By All Eligible Citizens Act, requires all eligible citizens to cast a ballot in every general election. The bill allows citizens to cast a blank ballot if they do not wish to support any candidate. It also ensures that no fines, fees, or penalties are assessed for not voting. The legislation aims to increase voter participation by treating voting as a civic duty, similar to jury duty in other countries.
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