SB192

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in qualifications of electors, further providing for rules for determining residence; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for qualified absentee electors and providing for voting by absentee electors in correctional institutions; and imposing duties on the Department of State.

Introduced·1/29/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB192 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to expand voting rights for certain incarcerated individuals and improve civic education in.

Pennsylvania SB192 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to allow qualified absentee electors to include those confined in correctional institutions for non-felony offenses. It also mandates the Department of State to provide correctional institutions with voter registration information, forms, and training. Correctional institutions must designate staff to assist inmates with voting and collect data on voter participation. The bill requires the Department of State to establish procedures for inspecting absentee ballots for contraband without compromising secrecy. It takes effect in one year.

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History

Jan 29, 2025

Senate

Referred to State Government