HB1096

Various elections matters.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

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.

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Where it stands

Current
Elections and Apportionment Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
3
RRR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 5

House

Coauthored by Representatives Davis, Rowray

Jan 5

House

Authored by Representative Prescott

Jan 5

House

First reading: referred to Committee on Elections and Apportionment