The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes regarding the possession and use of official precinct registers and voter registration information. Specifically, it would remove the classification of unauthorized possession or reproduction of these registers as a class 6 felony, thereby eliminating the associated criminal penalties. The bill also makes technical changes to the language surrounding the delivery of precinct lists to county and state chairpersons, specifying that these lists must be provided within ten business days after the close of voter registration counts, rather than the previous phrasing.

Additionally, the bill modifies the restrictions on the use of precinct registers and derived information. It changes the language from "permit" to "allow" regarding the transfer of these registers and clarifies that public inspection of voter registration records is still permitted, with certain sensitive information remaining protected. The bill also emphasizes that a voter's email address cannot be released for any purpose, and it removes the penalty of a class 6 felony for violations of these provisions. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the regulations surrounding voter registration information while reducing the penalties for violations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-168
House Engrossed Version: 16-168