The bill mandates that the Secretary of State monitor all litigation regarding the signature verification requirements outlined in K.S.A. 25-1124(h). If a court invalidates or enjoins these requirements, the Secretary must publish a notice in the Kansas register, which will render the statutory authorization for advance voting by mail null and void, except as required by federal law. This change aims to ensure that mail-in voting is strictly regulated and contingent upon the validity of signature verification.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 25-1121, which pertains to the advance voting ballot process. It introduces new language regarding the signature blocks on advance voting ballot envelopes, specifically addressing situations where a voter is physically unable to sign. The amendment removes the phrase "a person who is" and "such envelope" from the affidavit statement that must be signed by someone assisting the voter. Furthermore, the bill repeals K.S.A. 25-1121 and several other related statutes, indicating a significant overhaul of the existing voting laws in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-1121, 25-1122, 25-1124