This bill amends K.S.A. 25-1132 regarding advance voting ballots in Kansas, establishing a new deadline for the return of these ballots. Effective January 1, 2026, all advance voting ballots must be received by the county election officer or any polling place by 7:00 p.m. on the day of the election. The bill removes the previous provision that allowed ballots postmarked by the election date to be counted if received after the polls closed, thereby streamlining the process for ballot submission and counting.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 25-1132, which indicates a significant change in the handling of advance voting ballots. The Secretary of State is tasked with adopting rules and regulations to implement these changes effectively. Overall, the bill aims to clarify and tighten the regulations surrounding advance voting in Kansas elections.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-1132
As Amended by House Committee: 25-1132
Enrolled: 25-1132