Bill
S 1445
Overview: S 1445, Relates to prohibiting ballot harvesting, REFERRED TO ELECTIONS, Introduced: April 10, 2025Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit the pr
Overview: S 1445, Relates to prohibiting ballot harvesting, REFERRED TO ELECTIONS, Introduced: April 10, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit the practice of "ballot harvesting," which involves the collection and submission of absentee or mail-in ballots by third parties. The goal is to enhance the integrity and security of the electoral process by limiting the handling of ballots to authorized individuals.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits any person, other than the voter, a family member, or a caregiver, from collecting and submitting an absentee or mail-in ballot on behalf of the voter
- Imposes penalties, including fines and potential criminal charges, for individuals who engage in unauthorized ballot collection or submission
- Requires the state to implement additional security measures, such as ballot tracking and chain-of-custody protocols, to ensure the integrity of the absentee and mail-in voting process
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect individuals and organizations that have been involved in ballot harvesting activities, as well as voters who rely on third-party assistance to submit their ballots. It could also impact the overall administration and public confidence in the state's electoral system.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Elections Committee for further consideration. The committee will likely hold hearings and gather input from various stakeholders, including election officials, voting rights advocates, and the general public, before deciding whether to send the bill to the full legislature for a vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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