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OK SB329
Bill
AI Summary
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Allows voters requesting absentee ballots to sign the affidavit and attach a photocopy of acceptable identification instead of having their signature notarized by a notary public.
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Permits voters requesting certain absentee ballots (under Sections 14-110.1 or 14-114) to sign the affidavit and include a photocopy of acceptable identification in lieu of having their signature witnessed by two witnesses.
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Requires county election board secretaries to immediately notify voters in writing (by mail or electronically) when their absentee ballot application or affidavit is rejected, including the reason for rejection.
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Mandates the Secretary of the State Election Board promulgate rules and procedures allowing voters to cure defective applications or affidavits after receiving notice of rejection.
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Repeals Section 14-115.7 relating to procedures for properly executing an absentee ballot affidavit; effective November 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Absentee ballots; establishing alternative procedures for execution of absentee ballot affidavits; requiring opportunity to cure defective application or affidavit. Effective date.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Judiciary Committee then to Appropriations Committee
2/4/2025