Bill
HF 160
Bill HF 160 requires voters registering on election day or during absentee voting to use provisional ballots, ensuring eligibility verification before counting their votes.
Bill Number: HF 160
Title: A bill for an act relating to the casting of provisional ballots by persons registering to vote on election day or when casting an in-person absentee ballot.
Status: Introduced, referred to State Government
Introduced Date: January 30, 2025
Classification: Bill
Subject Areas: Absentee voting, Ballots, Elections and politics, Voting
The primary purpose of Bill HF 160 is to modify the voting process for individuals who register to vote on election day or while casting an in-person absentee ballot. The bill aims to ensure that these voters can still participate in elections, albeit through provisional ballots, which are used to verify eligibility before the vote is counted.
Provisional Ballots Requirement:
Under HF 160, individuals who register to vote on election day or during in-person absentee voting will be required to cast a provisional ballot. This is a significant change from current law, which allows these voters to cast a regular ballot if their eligibility can be verified at the polling place using an electronic poll book.
Counting Provisional Ballots:
The absentee and special voters precinct board will count the provisional ballot only if it determines that the voter was eligible to vote. This adds a layer of verification to ensure that only eligible voters have their votes counted.
Voter Registration on Election Day:
This bill affects individuals who choose to register on election day or during in-person absentee voting. By requiring provisional ballots, the bill may impact the immediate voting experience for these individuals, as they will not be able to cast a regular ballot unless their eligibility is confirmed.
Election Administration:
The bill may also affect how election officials manage the voting process on election day, as they will need to implement procedures for handling provisional ballots and verifying voter eligibility.
Bill HF 160 represents a shift in the voting process for individuals registering on election day or during in-person absentee voting. By mandating the use of provisional ballots, the bill aims to enhance the verification of voter eligibility while potentially complicating the voting experience for some individuals. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, its implications for voters and election administration will become clearer.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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