Bill
PC 316
Expands definition of "Polling Place" to include voting centers, mobile units, and secure ballot drop-off locations, ensuring expanded voting access in Puerto Rico.
The main purpose of this bill is to amend Article 2.3, subsection 16, of Law 58-2020, known as the "Puerto Rico Electoral Code of 2020", in order to clarify and expand the definition of "Polling Place".
The bill proposes the following key changes:
Clarifies the definition of "Polling Place" to explicitly include:
Expands the definition of "Polling Place" to also include:
Requires the State Elections Commission to establish clear guidelines and regulations for the operation of these expanded voting locations.
This bill would impact the administration of elections in Puerto Rico by the State Elections Commission. It would also affect voters by providing them with additional options and access points for casting their ballots.
The bill has been referred to the relevant legislative committee(s) for review and consideration. If passed by the legislature and signed into law, the changes to the definition of "Polling Place" would take effect immediately for all future elections in Puerto Rico.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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