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SB 304

Relating to: hours for voting by absentee ballot in person at the office of the municipal clerk or an alternate site. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rachael Cabral-Guevara and 1 co-sponsor

SB 304 adjusts in-person absentee voting hours at Wisconsin municipal clerk offices, affecting voter accessibility and municipal administrative costs.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 304

Legislative bill overview

SB 304 modifies the hours during which Wisconsin voters can cast absentee ballots in person at municipal clerk offices or designated alternate sites. The bill was introduced in June 2025 and is currently in committee review. A fiscal estimate was received in July 2025, indicating the bill has measurable budget implications.

Why is this important

Absentee voting hours directly affect voter accessibility, particularly for working people, elderly voters, and those with limited transportation. Changes to these hours can either expand or restrict voting opportunities depending on the direction of the modification, making this a substantive election administration issue with real consequences for voter participation rates.

Potential points of contention

  • Voter accessibility vs. administrative burden: Restricting hours could reduce convenience for working voters and those with mobility challenges, while expanded hours increase costs for municipal clerks
  • Partisan voting patterns: Absentee voting demographics differ by political affiliation; changes may have disparate partisan impacts, making this politically sensitive
  • Rural vs. urban impact: Small municipalities may struggle to staff extended hours, while urban areas have different operational capacity and voter demand patterns

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

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