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HB 633

Elections; add caregivers to list of persons who may make absentee ballot applications for certain electors

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Debra Bazemore and 3 co-sponsors

House Bill 633 allows caregivers to apply for absentee ballots on behalf of disabled voters, enhancing accessibility and encouraging greater voter participation in Georgia.

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Bill Summary · HB 633

Summary of House Bill 633

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: HB 633
  • Title: Elections; add caregivers to list of persons who may make absentee ballot applications for certain electors
  • Status: House Second Readers
  • Introduced: February 26, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 633 aims to amend the Official Code of Georgia Annotated to include caregivers among the individuals authorized to apply for absentee ballots on behalf of certain electors. This change is intended to enhance accessibility to the voting process for individuals who may have difficulty applying for absentee ballots due to physical disabilities or other circumstances.

Key Provisions

  • Amendment to Code Section 21-2-381:
    • The bill revises the existing law regarding who can make absentee ballot applications.
    • It expands the list of eligible individuals to include caregivers aged 18 and over, in addition to family members such as parents, grandparents, siblings, and spouses.
    • The specific language added states that caregivers can apply for absentee ballots on behalf of physically disabled electors or those temporarily residing outside their county or municipality, provided there is satisfactory proof of the caregiver's relationship to the elector.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Electors: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are physically disabled individuals and those temporarily out of their voting jurisdiction who may require assistance in applying for absentee ballots.
  • Caregivers: Individuals who serve as caregivers for eligible electors will gain the authority to facilitate the absentee ballot application process, thereby potentially increasing voter participation among those who might otherwise face barriers.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Timeline:
    • February 26, 2025: Bill introduced and entered into the House Hopper.
    • February 27, 2025: Bill read for the first time in the House.
    • February 28, 2025: Bill read for the second time in the House and moved forward in the legislative process.

Conclusion

House Bill 633 represents a significant step towards improving voter accessibility in Georgia by recognizing the role of caregivers in the absentee ballot application process. By allowing caregivers to apply on behalf of eligible electors, the bill aims to facilitate greater participation in elections for those who may otherwise struggle to navigate the absentee voting system.

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

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