SB1174

Modifies provisions relating to rejected absentee ballots

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB1174 modifies the handling of rejected absentee ballots, including notification and curing procedures.

Missouri SB1174 changes the process for handling rejected absentee ballots. It mandates that election authorities notify voters if their absentee ballots are rejected and provide instructions on how to cure the ballot. Voters have until the end of the provisional ballot verification period to submit an affidavit and identification to correct issues like incomplete statements, unsigned oaths, or invalid signatures. The bill also specifies that rejected ballots must be marked as such and the reason provided.

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Current
Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Jan 27

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee

Jan 7

Senate

S First Read

Dec 1, 2025

Senate

Prefiled