If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding the appointment and presence of political party representatives at voting locations. Specifically, it would allow the county chairman of each political party to designate representatives and alternates who are required to act as challengers at various voting locations, including on-site early voting locations and emergency early voting locations. The language would be updated to replace terms like "polling place" with "voting location" and clarify that these challengers must be present at the specified locations.

Additionally, the bill would establish that only one challenger from each political party shall be allowed at any given voting location, unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties. It would also make technical and conforming changes to ensure consistency in the language used throughout the statute. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process for political party representation during elections while ensuring that the number of challengers remains manageable.

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