Bill

S 5021

Relates to the registration status of voters

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Parker and 1 co-sponsor

Defines and governs voter registration status (e.g., active vs inactive), updates when it changes, and how voters are notified, affecting eligibility and records.

REFERRED TO ELECTIONS

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Bill Summary · S 5021

Summary of Bill S 5021: Relates to the registration status of voters

This summary provides an accessible overview of the bill based on the information available. The exact statutory text is not included in the provided material, so specific provisions cannot be stated beyond the bill’s title and metadata.

Basic bill information

Bill number: S 5021
Title: Relates to the registration status of voters
Status: Referred to Elections
Introduced: February 18, 2025
Classification: Bill

Legislative actions

2025-02-18: Referred to Elections
2025-02-18: Referred to Elections (duplicate entry in the provided record)

Related bills (prior-session)

S 7393 (prior-session)
S 8447 (prior-session)
S 4982 (prior-session)
S 1780 (prior-session)
S 3072 (prior-session)
S 4312 (prior-session)

What the bill would address (based on the title)

The bill relates to the “registration status of voters.”
The exact statutory changes, definitions, and procedures are not included in the information provided. As a result, it is not possible to confirm whether the bill would create, modify, or interpret statuses (e.g., active, inactive, pending verification), or to describe any associated requirements, timelines, penalties, or enforcement mechanisms.

Potential implications (general considerations)

Given the focus on voter registration status, potential areas a bill with this title might address include (though this should not be assumed as fact for S 5021 without the full text):

How voter registration status is determined, updated, and displayed (e.g., active vs. inactive status).
Procedures for notifying voters about changes to their registration status or registration eligibility.
Verification processes for registrants and criteria used to flag or reinstate registration.
Interaction with other agencies (e.g., motor vehicle authorities) for maintaining accurate records.
Timelines for updates after address changes, name changes, or eligibility determinations.
Implications for participation in elections (e.g., which statuses allow voting, and under what conditions).
Administrative standards, reporting requirements, and potential fiscal impacts.

Note: These are general topics commonly associated with legislation about registration status. The actual provisions in S 5021 could differ significantly.

How to track and understand the bill's impact

Obtain the full bill text and any fiscal notes or committee memos to identify:
- Definitions of key terms (e.g., “registration status,” “inactive,” etc.)
- Specific provisions, procedures, and deadlines
- Any new duties for election officials or state agencies
- Privacy, security, and data-sharing considerations
- Effective date and any phase-in periods
Monitor subsequent committee hearings, amendments, and votes in the Elections committee.
Review related bills (S 7393, S 8447, S 4982, S 1780, S 3072, S 4312) for context on prior proposals and potential alignment or differences.

How to read this bill when the full text is available

Look for a definitions section to understand precisely what “registration status” encompasses.
Identify sections that specify triggers for status changes (e.g., inactivity, reactivation, removal, non-responsiveness to notices).
Check for any deadlines, notice requirements to voters, and appeal processes.
Note any fiscal impact statements and implementation timelines.

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