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KS HB2018
Bill
Status
2/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Elections
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AI Summary
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Poll workers in Kansas must be U.S. citizens and live within the state, replacing the previous requirement to reside in the specific area served by their voting place
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Active military members, their spouses, and dependents cannot be disqualified from serving as poll workers based on residency or registered voter status
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"Active military member" is defined as any person with full-time duty status in the U.S. armed forces, including National Guard and reserve members
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Persons aged 16-17 may serve as election judges or clerks with a recommendation letter from a school teacher, counselor, or administrator, but no more than one-third of each election board may be under 18
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Poll workers serving outside their home voting area may vote by advance ballot or be excused from duties to vote at their own voting place
Legislative Description
Prohibiting the disqualification of active military members, spouses or other dependents as poll workers by county election officers on the basis of residency or registered voter status.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs
2/18/2025