Federal write-in absentee ballots; witness requirement. (SB948)
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Description
Federal write-in absentee ballots; witness requirement. Removes the requirement that a federal write-in absentee ballot will only be considered valid for purposes of simultaneously satisfying both an absentee ballot application and a completed absentee ballot for federal offices if the envelope contains the signature of a witness and his printed name and address. The bill provides that the envelope need only contain the signature of the witness in order for the ballot to be considered valid. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/07/2009 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/14/09 094421248 |
| 01/07/2009 | Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections |
| 01/20/2009 | Incorporated by Privileges and Elections (SB993-Miller, J.C.) (14-Y 0-N) (see vote tally) |