The proposed bill would amend current election statutes by expanding the authority of county party chairpersons to designate challengers at various voting locations. Specifically, it would allow chairpersons to appoint challengers not only for traditional polling places but also for on-site early voting locations, emergency early voting locations, and any other early voting locations. This change is marked by the insertion of new language that specifies these additional locations where challengers can be designated. Furthermore, the bill shifts the language from allowing to requiring that designated challengers act on behalf of their respective parties, ensuring that one challenger is present at each specified voting location.

Additionally, the bill makes several technical adjustments to the existing language, including changing terms like "polling place" to "voting location" and clarifying the roles and limitations of challengers. The amendments aim to streamline the process and clarify the responsibilities of party representatives during elections, thereby enhancing the oversight of the voting process. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the presence of party observers at various voting sites while ensuring that the designated challengers are actively engaged in the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-590
House Engrossed Version: 16-590