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VA HB774
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Virgil Thornton
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AI Summary
- Extends the deadline for voters to correct errors on absentee ballots from the third day after the election to noon on the Monday after the election
- Establishes a new cure process for provisional ballots, requiring registrars to notify voters by telephone or email of material errors or omissions that would prevent their ballot from being counted
- Allows voters who cast provisional ballots to make necessary corrections before noon on the Monday after the election to have their ballots counted
- Directs the Department of Elections to issue guidance ensuring uniform processing of all provisional ballots, including same-day registration provisional ballots
- Takes effect September 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Elections; absentee and provisional ballots, cure process, delayed effective date.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Privileges and Elections2/13/2026
Privileges and Elections: Election Administration1/25/2026
Privileges and Elections1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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