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AR HB1667
Bill
Status
4/24/2019
Primary Sponsor
Karilyn Brown
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AI Summary
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Administrators of long-term care or residential care facilities must complete an education program and pass an examination before obtaining absentee ballots for patients.
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Administrators must submit an affidavit to the county clerk before obtaining absentee ballots, including a new attestation acknowledging that any marks made on ballots were made at the voter's request without comment or interpretation.
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The Secretary of State shall create an education program and examination for administrators covering absentee voting procedures and voter fraud prevention, which may be administered online.
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County clerks must stamp or write "ADMINISTRATOR" and the administrator's name on the absentee ballot return envelope when ballots are returned in person or by mail.
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The act is effective January 1, 2020.
Legislative Description
To Require The Secretary Of State To Create A Program To Educate Administrators Of Long-term Care Or Residential Care Facilities About Certain Absentee Voting Procedures.
Last Action
Died on House Calendar at Sine Die Adjournment
4/24/2019