Bill Summary: CT Raised Bill No. 477

• Removes the restriction barring "mentally incompetent persons" from voter eligibility and replaces it with provisions allowing individuals with developmental disabilities to register and vote if they certify under oath that they meet all other voter qualifications.

• Requires individuals with developmental disabilities to be certified by a licensed primary care physician or their legal representative before admission as an elector.

• Permits legal representatives of electors with developmental disabilities to assist them in voting at polling places and during election day registration, provided they present proof of their relationship.

• Allows legal representatives to accompany electors with developmental disabilities in the voting booth during the voting process.

• All provisions become effective upon passage of the act.