HB1738

Allows for three weeks of no-excuse absentee voting

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

HB1738 allows three weeks of no-excuse absentee voting in Missouri.

HB1738 modifies absentee voting rules in Missouri, allowing registered voters to cast absentee ballots without providing a reason for three weeks before an election. Voters must present personal photo identification. The bill also allows absentee voting for those with safety concerns under the address confidentiality program, interstate former residents, and new residents for presidential and vice presidential elections. Voters must complete and notarize absentee ballot envelopes, except for those cast in person.

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Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)