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MO HB587

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2013

Primary Sponsor

Tim Remole

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces section 115.115, RSMo, relating to polling place designations and accessibility requirements.

  • Requires each local election authority to designate the county clerk's office as the polling place for all registered sexual offenders who reside within the jurisdiction.

  • Mandates that each local election authority notify registered sexual offenders that they may vote by absentee ballot if unable to vote in person at the county clerk's office.

  • Maintains existing requirements for polling place consolidation, color-coded ballots for multi-subdivision precincts, accessibility standards for voters with disabilities, and development of a comprehensive polling place accessibility plan under the Help America Vote Act of 2002.

Legislative Description

Requires registered sexual offenders to vote at the office of the county clerk in their county or by absentee ballot

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

3/5/2013

Committee Referrals

Elections2/20/2013

Full Bill Text

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