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HB 267

An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for assistance in voting.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Missy Cerrato and 11 co-sponsors

HB 267 modifies Pennsylvania Election Code provisions governing how voters receive assistance during primary and general elections, affecting accessibility for disabled and limited-English voters.

Referred to State Government
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Bill Summary · HB 267

Legislative bill overview

HB 267 amends Pennsylvania's Election Code to modify provisions related to voter assistance during primary and general elections. The bill specifically targets procedures for helping voters cast their ballots, updating rules that have been in place since 1937. The exact nature of the assistance changes is not detailed in the bill summary provided.

Why is this important

Voter assistance procedures directly affect election accessibility for people with disabilities, language barriers, and literacy challenges. Changes to these rules can expand or restrict who can help voters and under what circumstances, impacting millions of Pennsylvanians' ability to participate in elections. Pennsylvania, as a competitive swing state, faces heightened scrutiny on election administration practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of assistance changes – Unclear whether the bill expands assistance (making voting more accessible) or restricts it (raising security concerns), creating uncertainty about likely support/opposition
  • Balance between accessibility and election security – Voter assistance rules must weigh disabled voter access against concerns about voter coercion or interference
  • Implementation costs and logistics – Changes to poll worker training, procedures, or resources needed to administer new assistance rules may vary by county capacity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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