A471

Extends early voting period for primary and general elections in New Jersey.

This bill extends the early voting period for primary and general elections in New Jersey. It starts the early voting period 11 calendar days before the election for non-presidential primary, presidential primary, and general elections. It also allows municipalities to extend the early voting period for May municipal elections to start 11 calendar days before the election. The bill mandates that early voting locations be accessible to individuals with disabilities and the elderly, and that each polling place provides the same opportunity for access and participation as other voters.