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DE SB111
Bill
Status
6/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Margaret Henry
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AI Summary
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Establishes same-day voter registration at polling places for presidential primary, primary, special, and general elections from 7 am to 8 pm, replacing the previous fourth Saturday deadline.
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Allows same-day registrants to vote upon submission of valid government-issued photo identification or alternative documents (utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck) dated within 60 days of registration.
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Removes the requirement that individuals with felony convictions must pay all financial obligations (fines, restitution) before voting rights are restored; only full discharge of sentences is required.
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Permits same-day registration applicants to vote upon signing an affidavit that they are not prohibited felons, with felony conviction review conducted after Election Day rather than before registration.
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Effective date: October 31, 2018.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Elections
Last Action
Reported Out of Committee (ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/ELECTIONS) in Senate with 4 On Its Merits
6/11/2015