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MO HB990

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/18/2015

Primary Sponsor

Scott Fitzpatrick

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School boards retain final authority to stipulate an accessible location within a school building when the building is designated as a polling place
  • Election authorities may designate tax-supported public buildings, including those owned by political subdivisions or special districts, as polling places
  • Officials in charge of public buildings cannot refuse to permit their use for election purposes
  • When no public building is convenient, election authorities must first seek privately owned tax-exempt buildings before renting a suitable location
  • Parking availability must be considered when selecting polling places, with priority given to locations with adequate parking for poll workers and voters

Legislative Description

Specifies that a school board must determine an accessible location within a school building for use as a polling place

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

3/10/2015

Committee Referrals

Elections2/24/2015

Full Bill Text

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