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DE SB111

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/3/2015

Primary Sponsor

Margaret Henry

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Origin

Senate

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Administrative Services/Elections6/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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