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SB 1367

An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for approval of application for absentee ballot and for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; in voting by qualified mail-in electors, further providing for approval of application for mail-in ballot; and, in Election Integrity Grant Program, further providing for funding for elections.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amanda Cappelletti and 9 co-sponsors

The bill updates definitions and procedures for absentee and mail-in ballots to improve security and transparency in Pennsylvania elections.

Referred to State Government
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Bill Summary · SB 1367

Summary of Senate Bill 1367 (2025-2026) – Pennsylvania

What the bill does (purpose and intent)

  • SB 1367 proposes amendments to the Pennsylvania Election Code (act of June 3, 1937) to:
    • Clarify and expand definitions in preliminary provisions.
    • Add or modify provisions related to voting by qualified absentee electors.
    • Add or modify provisions related to voting by qualified mail-in electors.
    • Update the Election Integrity Grant Program, including funding provisions for elections.
  • The sponsoring and co-sponsoring legislators emphasize enhancing “secure and transparent elections.”

Key provisions and changes

1) Preliminary Provisions – Definitions
- The bill would revise and expand the definitions used throughout the Election Code. While the exact new definitions are not listed in the summary, the intent is to provide clearer terms used in absentee and mail-in voting processes and related procedures.

2) Voting by Qualified Absentee Electors
- Approval of Applications for Absentee Ballot
- The bill would alter how applications for absentee ballots are approved, potentially setting standards, timelines, or criteria for approval.
- Canvassing of Official Absentee Ballots and Mail-in Ballots
- The bill would modify procedures for canvassing (counting and verifying) absentee ballots and mail-in ballots, including who conducts canvassing, verification steps, and timelines.

3) Voting by Qualified Mail-in Electors
- Approval of Applications for Mail-in Ballot
- The bill would modify the process for approving applications to receive mail-in ballots, including eligibility determinations and administrative procedures.

4) Election Integrity Grant Program
- Funding for Elections
- The bill would update provisions related to the Election Integrity Grant Program, including funding allocations or mechanisms to support election administration and security.

Who and what would be affected

  • Voters who use absentee and mail-in ballot processes in Pennsylvania:
    • Procedures for applying for absentee or mail-in ballots may change (approval criteria and timelines).
    • Ballot canvassing processes for these ballots may be adjusted, affecting how ballots are counted and verified.
  • Election offices and election officials:
    • Administrative processes for approving ballot applications, handling absentee and mail-in ballots, and canvassing procedures could be updated.
    • Funding mechanisms through the Election Integrity Grant Program may change, potentially affecting resource allocation for elections.
  • General public and observers:
    • Changes are intended to impact the security, transparency, and efficiency of elections by refining definitions and procedures.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Referred to State Government (as of June 5, 2026).
  • Next steps: The bill would undergo committee consideration in the State Government Committee, with potential amendments before moving to floor votes in the Senate and then the House, and ultimately to the governor for signature.
  • There are no recorded votes or committee hearings available in the current summary.

Practical considerations and context

  • The focus on “secure and transparent elections” aligns with ongoing efforts to refine absentee and mail-in voting processes and strengthen election administration.
  • Key questions for stakeholders:
    • What specific definitions are updated and how do they affect eligibility or interpretation of terms?
    • What are the exact changes to approval criteria for absentee and mail-in ballots?
    • How will canvassing procedures change in practice (timeline, certification, chain of custody of ballots)?
    • How would funding changes impact the scope and administration of the Election Integrity Grant Program?

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

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