Maryland HB1407 mandates additional voter notice for timely receipt of absentee ballots in case of federal judicial action.

Maryland HB1407 requires the State Administrator of Elections to provide voters with additional notice about the timely receipt of absentee ballots if federal judicial action preempts state regulations. The notice must include federal and state requirements for absentee ballots. The State Administrator must use multiple methods, such as written notice, social media, and mass media, to communicate these requirements. The act will take effect June 1, 2026, and will be automatically abrogated on November 30, 2026.

Maryland HB1407 mandates additional voter notice for timely receipt of absentee ballots in case of federal judicial action.

Maryland HB1407 requires the State Administrator of Elections to provide voters with additional notice about the timely receipt of absentee ballots if federal judicial action preempts state regulations. The notice must include federal and state requirements for absentee ballots. The State Administrator must use multiple methods, such as written notice, social media, and mass media, to communicate these requirements. The act will take effect June 1, 2026, and will be automatically abrogated on November 30, 2026.