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VA HB773
Bill
Status
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Virgil Thornton
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AI Summary
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Extends the deadline for voters to correct absentee ballot errors from the third day after the election to the Monday after the election
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Removes the requirement that absentee ballots must be received by the Friday before election day to qualify for the cure process, allowing all returned absentee ballots to be eligible for correction
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Requires general registrars to "promptly" notify voters of ballot errors rather than within the previous three-day notification window
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Maintains that voters whose ballots have issues will be recorded in the voter registration system and included on absentee voter applicant lists
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Takes effect September 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Elections; absentee voting, cure process, delayed effective date.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/14/2026