SB853

Clarifying persons permitted to be present in polling place during election for non-voting activities

Introduced·2/9/26
Intr Text

Clarifies who can be present in a polling place during an election for non-voting activities.

This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to clarify who can be present in a polling place during an election for non-voting activities. It specifies that only election officers, voters, and those assisting blind voters or accompanying children under 14 can be present. It also allows vehicles delivering voters with disabilities or advanced age to remain within 100 feet of the entrance until the voter is transported from the polling place. The bill aims to maintain order and enforce election laws while ensuring accessibility for voters with disabilities.

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History

Feb 9

Senate

Filed for introduction

Feb 9

Senate

To Judiciary

Feb 9

Senate

Introduced in Senate