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CA AB1993

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carl DeMaio

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires any perforation, hole, window, or other opening in mail ballot identification envelopes to be located at least one-half inch from any fillable field on the ballot when properly inserted

  • Defines "fillable field" as any voting target or area where voters mark their vote, write in candidates, or indicate voting preferences

  • Directs the Secretary of State to adopt implementing regulations covering envelope and ballot alignment standards, testing procedures, and compliance certification requirements

  • Applies to all elections conducted on or after January 1, 2028

  • Creates a state-mandated local program requiring reimbursement to local agencies for implementation costs if determined by the Commission on State Mandates

Legislative Description

Voting by mail: identification envelopes.

Last Action

Referred to Com. on ELECTIONS.

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Elections3/2/2026

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