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SB 2726

ELEC CD-POLLING PLACES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Julie Morrison

SB 2726 modifies Illinois election code provisions governing polling places, affecting voter access and election administration, currently under executive committee review.

Senate Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 2726

Legislative bill overview

SB 2726 appears to modify Illinois election code provisions related to polling places, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the available action history. The bill was introduced by State Senator Julie Morrison and is currently assigned to the Executive committee as of January 2026.

Why is this important

Polling place regulations directly affect voter access and election administration efficiency. Changes to polling place rules can impact everything from wait times and accessibility for disabled voters to cost burdens on election authorities and geographic coverage of voting locations.

Potential points of contention

  • Voter access vs. administrative burden: Proposals to expand or relocate polling places may increase accessibility but could strain municipal budgets or create logistical challenges for election officials
  • Urban vs. rural considerations: Different polling place density standards may benefit urban areas while disadvantaging rural communities, or vice versa
  • Implementation timeline: Changes to polling place procedures may require significant advance notice to election authorities and voters to be effectively executed

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

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