S.267

Allows voter to vote in any political party primary by changing party affiliation at polling place on primary election day; allows mail-in voter to complete any political primary ballot.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

Allows voters to change party affiliation at polling place on primary election day; allows mail-in voters to complete any party's primary ballot.

This bill allows voters to participate in any political party's primary election by changing their party affiliation at the polling place on primary election day. It also permits voters who cast mail-in ballots in the primary election to complete any political party's primary ballot. The bill removes the 55-day deadline for political party membership changes and allows any registered voter to participate in the political party primary of their choice. The update of political party affiliation is retained for record-keeping purposes.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee