IL SB2893

Allows individuals to preregister to vote on or after their 16th birthday, with registration held in abeyance until they reach voting age.

Permits 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections and caucuses if they will be 18 by the date of the following general election.

Allows 17-year-olds who will be 18 by the next general election to circulate nominating petitions and public question petitions.

Lowers the age requirement to 16 years old (from 17) for individuals to be deemed competent to execute and attest to voter registration forms.

Clarifies that all references in Illinois Election Code to the 18-year-old voting requirement shall be interpreted in accordance with these new age provisions.