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HI SB551
Bill
AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to allow 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the date of the next general election
- Requires 17-year-old primary voters to have been a resident of Hawaii for at least 30 days immediately preceding the primary election and be registered to vote
- Permits eligible 17-year-olds to vote beginning with the primary election immediately preceding the general election in which they turn 18, plus any intervening or co-occurring special elections
- Maintains the existing 18-year-old age requirement for general elections and other state or local elections
- Takes effect July 1, 2112 upon compliance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution (requiring voter approval)
Legislative Description
Proposing An Amendment To Article Ii, Section 1, Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Change The Age Qualification For Voting In State Or Local Elections.
Voting
Last Action
Carried over to 2022 Regular Session.
12/10/2021
Committee Referrals
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs3/19/2021
Government Reform3/11/2021
Judiciary1/27/2021
Full Bill Text
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