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VA SB582
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Saddam Salim
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AI Summary
- Extends the deadline for voters to correct errors on provisional ballots and returned absentee ballots from the third day after the election to noon on the Monday after the election
- Requires general registrars to promptly notify voters by telephone or email when their provisional ballot or absentee ballot application is rejected due to a material error or omission, along with instructions on how to correct the issue
- Mandates that the absentee voter applicant list be updated daily and include whether each application was accepted or rejected, with rejection reasons and ballot status information
- Requires the Department of Elections' free-access tracking system to show voters whether their absentee application was rejected and the reason for rejection, with daily updates
- Directs the Department of Elections to issue guidance on uniform processing of provisional ballots, including same-day registration provisional ballots, ensuring consistent treatment across localities
Legislative Description
Absentee & provisional ballots; process & timing for rejected applications, rejected prov. ballots.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Privileges and Elections2/5/2026
Privileges and Elections1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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