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CT SB00250

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/20/2016

Primary Sponsor

Government Administration and Elections Committee

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Origin

Senate

2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Polls and election day registration locations must remain open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for regular elections and special elections to fill state, district, or municipal offices.

  • Electors and applicants for election day registration must be in line by 8:00 p.m. to be permitted to vote; election officials shall be positioned at the line at 8:00 p.m. to prevent late arrivals from entering.

  • Election day registration applicants must appear in person at the registrar-designated location no later than 8:00 p.m. and declare under oath they have not previously voted in the election.

  • Election day registration applicants must provide proof of residential address through documents such as a learner's permit, utility bill dated within 30 days of the election, or (for students) an institution registration or fee statement showing current address.

  • Students enrolled at institutions of higher education may submit a current photo identification card from their institution instead of the standard identification required for voter registration.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Hours Of Election Day Registration.

Last Action

House Calendar Number 470

4/22/2016

Committee Referrals

Government Administration and Elections2/24/2016

Full Bill Text

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