This bill amends various sections of the Louisiana Election Code to enhance the procedures and regulations surrounding elections and voter registration. Key changes include the requirement for a signed written statement for the cancellation of voter registration, the prohibition of disclosing absentee ballot applications until the ballot is returned and accepted, and the introduction of new provisions regarding the handling of voided votes due to candidate disqualifications or deaths. Additionally, the bill modifies the timeline for notifying voters about address confirmations and the process for handling tie votes in elections, shifting the election date for unresolved ties to the fourth Saturday after the initial election.

The bill also addresses campaign finance by allowing for the disbursement of surplus contributions from deceased candidates and clarifying the reporting requirements for such cases. It repeals certain outdated provisions and updates the language used in the election process, including the terminology for political principles on ballots. Overall, the bill aims to streamline election processes, improve transparency, and ensure that the election laws are current and effective.

Statutes affected:
HB677 Original: 18:110(D), 18:154(F)(3), 18:173(D), 18:193(A), 18:423(H)(2), 18:434(F), 18:494(A), 18:512(C), 18:572(A)(1), 18:574(E)(1), 18:1259(B)(2), 18:21(C), 18:1406(C), 18:1555(B), 26:584(B)(4), 18:154(G), 18:173(B)
HB677 Engrossed: 18:110(D), 18:154(F)(3), 18:173(D), 18:193(A), 18:423(H)(2), 18:434(F), 18:494(A), 18:512(C), 18:572(A)(1), 18:574(E)(1), 18:1259(B)(2), 18:21(C), 18:1406(C), 18:1555(B), 26:584(B)(4), 18:154(G), 18:173(B)
HB677 Enrolled: 18:110(D), 18:154(F)(3), 18:173(D), 18:193(A), 18:423(H)(2), 18:434(F), 18:494(A), 18:512(C), 18:572(A)(1), 18:574(E)(1), 18:1259(B)(2), 18:21(C), 18:1406(C), 18:1555(B), 26:584(B)(4), 18:154(G), 18:173(B)
HB677 Act : 18:110(D), 18:154(F)(3), 18:173(D), 18:193(A), 18:423(H)(2), 18:434(F), 18:494(A), 18:512(C), 18:572(A)(1), 18:574(E)(1), 18:1259(B)(2), 18:21(C), 18:1406(C), 18:1555(B), 26:584(B)(4), 18:154(G), 18:173(B)