Allows voter registration and primary voting on election day; modifies absentee ballot rules.

Indiana HB1096 amends election laws to allow individuals meeting age and residency requirements to register and vote in primary elections on election day. It modifies absentee ballot rules, requiring voters to sign applications unless unable, and mandates specific statements on applications. The bill also restricts unsolicited absentee ballot applications and imposes penalties. It allows voters to change party affiliation under certain conditions and mandates automatic affiliation for some voters.

Allows voter registration and primary voting on election day; modifies absentee ballot rules.

Indiana HB1096 amends election laws to allow individuals meeting age and residency requirements to register and vote in primary elections on election day. It modifies absentee ballot rules, requiring voters to sign applications unless unable, and mandates specific statements on applications. The bill also restricts unsolicited absentee ballot applications and imposes penalties. It allows voters to change party affiliation under certain conditions and mandates automatic affiliation for some voters.