HI HB1797

Department of Education must provide voter registration information to all seniors at public high schools before graduation and may assist students with registration.

Department of Human Services must provide voter registration information to young adults in the Young Adult Voluntary Foster Care Program and may assist them with registration.

Departments have flexibility to determine the appropriate manner of distributing voter registration information.

Bill addresses low voter turnout among young adults in Hawaii by ensuring access to registration information and assistance during key transition points.

Effective upon approval.