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WV HB2400
Bill
Status
2/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Rick Hillenbrand
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AI Summary
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Prohibits election officials from mailing or delivering absentee ballot applications to voters unless specifically requested by the voter, an immediate family member, or a caregiver
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Makes it a misdemeanor for election officials who violate this prohibition, punishable by up to $500 fine and/or up to 6 months imprisonment
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Prohibits non-officials from distributing more than 10 unsolicited absentee ballot applications, with the same misdemeanor penalty upon conviction
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Allows "qualified first responders" to vote by electronic absentee ballot during emergency circumstances, with applications accepted between 13 days before the election and 5:00 p.m. the day before election day
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Requires absentee ballot applications to be available at county clerk offices and on the Secretary of State's official website
Legislative Description
Prohibiting the delivery of unsolicited absentee ballot applications to any person who has not specifically requested one from the county clerk
Elections
Last Action
On 2nd reading, House Calendar
3/1/2025