The bill amends existing laws regarding voter registration in Arkansas, specifically allowing individuals to register to vote during early voting and on election day. It introduces provisions that enable voters to register in person at polling sites or early voting locations, ensuring that registration can occur up until the time of voting. The bill also clarifies the responsibilities of various agencies in processing voter registration applications and establishes deadlines for the transmission of these applications to the Secretary of State and permanent registrars.

Additionally, the bill modifies the language surrounding voter registration deadlines, removing the previous thirty-day cutoff before elections and allowing for continuous registration, with specific exceptions for early voting and election day. It also updates the procedures for updating voter registration information, ensuring that voters who move can still participate in elections if they provide updated information within a specified timeframe. Overall, the bill aims to enhance voter accessibility and streamline the registration process in Arkansas.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1036 Original - 11-20-2024 03:09 PM: 7-1-113(c), 7-5-201(a), 7-5-305(a), 7-5-306(a)
Old version HB1036 V2 - 1-16-2025 04:18 PM: 7-1-113(c), 7-5-201(a), 7-5-305(a), 7-5-306(a)
HB 1036: 7-1-113(c), 7-5-201(a), 7-5-305(a), 7-5-306(a)