The bill amends the Code of Alabama 1975 by removing the Electronic Registration Information Center from the list of voter registration databases utilized by the board of registrars and the Secretary of State for identifying voters with changed addresses. Instead, it mandates the use of the Alabama Voter Integrity Database (AVID) and the National Change of Address database for voter registration list maintenance. Specifically, Section 17-4-30 is revised to eliminate references to the Electronic Registration Information Center, emphasizing the new requirement for the Alabama Voter Integrity Database to enhance the integrity of voter registration in the state.

Additionally, the bill establishes new responsibilities for the Secretary of State and the board of registrars, including timely updates of voter information and regular maintenance of the statewide voter registration database. The Secretary of State is tasked with conducting state voter registration list maintenance programs and notifying voters of address changes. The AVID will compare the state voter registration list with various data sources to identify voters who may have moved or are ineligible to vote. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and has passed the House of Representatives with a vote of 74 in favor and 28 against.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17-4-30
Engrossed: 17-4-30