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HF 2870

Elections; various changes made related to election administration, absentee voting provisions modified, and terminology clarified.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Freiberg

Overview: HF 2870, "Elections; various changes made related to election administration, absentee voting provisions modified, and terminology clarified", is currently in the committ

Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to Elections Finance and Government Operations
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Bill Summary · HF 2870

Overview: HF 2870, "Elections; various changes made related to election administration, absentee voting provisions modified, and terminology clarified", is currently in the committee report stage and has been referred to the Elections Finance and Government Operations committee.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to make several changes to election administration and absentee voting procedures in the state. The primary goals are to clarify terminology, modify absentee voting provisions, and implement various other updates to the electoral process.

Key Provisions:
- Clarifies terminology related to "absentee" and "mail-in" voting
- Modifies absentee voting procedures, including requirements for ballot return and witness signatures
- Implements new security measures for absentee ballot drop boxes
- Updates voter registration and ballot request deadlines
- Requires additional reporting and transparency from election officials

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would affect all voters in the state, as well as state and local election administrators. The changes to absentee voting procedures and deadlines could impact voter turnout and access to the electoral process.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the committee report stage and has been referred to the Elections Finance and Government Operations committee for further consideration. If passed by the committee, it would then move to the full House for a vote.

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

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