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NC H278

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marcia Morey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts "covered voters" using North Carolina military-overseas ballots from the requirement to include a photocopy of photo identification when submitting their ballot

  • Removes the requirement for these voters to submit an affidavit in lieu of photo ID as typically allowed under G.S. 163-166.16(d)(1), (d)(2), or (d)(3)

  • Codifies into state law an existing State Board of Elections rule regarding military-overseas voter identification requirements

  • Adds new section 163-258.21 to Chapter 163 of the General Statutes under Article 21A (military-overseas voting provisions)

  • Effective immediately upon becoming law, applying to all ballots cast on or after that date

Legislative Description

Protect Military Votes

Public

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

3/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House3/5/2025

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