This bill aims to enhance the accuracy and integrity of voter registration in Idaho by repealing the existing Section 34-433 of the Idaho Code and replacing it with a new section that outlines specific provisions for maintaining accurate voter registration information. The new Section 34-433 mandates that various state entities, including the Department of Health and Welfare, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Correction, provide relevant data to the Secretary of State on a monthly basis. This data will include information on deceased individuals, changes in driver's license addresses, and details about offenders in custody, among other relevant information. The Secretary of State is also required to request additional data from the state tax commission and federal government to ensure the integrity of voter registration.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a process for the Secretary of State to review new voter registration data before statewide elections, ensuring that ineligible voters are removed from the rolls. It allows for cooperation with other states to compare voter lists and identify individuals registered in multiple states. The Secretary of State is authorized to contract with commercial data providers for assistance in verifying voter registration information, while ensuring that sensitive personal data remains protected. The bill also includes an amendment to Section 39-270 of the Idaho Code to correct a code reference. An emergency clause is included, making the act effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 34-433, 39-270
Engrossment 1: 34-433, 39-270