House Bill No. 1043 amends R.S. 18:1309(J)(1) to enhance the role of commissioners during the early voting period, specifically in relation to the nursing home early voting program. The bill allows registrars of voters to utilize selected and trained commissioners to assist in conducting early voting, including the nursing home program as outlined in R.S. 18:1333. It mandates that commissioners take an oath of office as deputy registrars and complete an affidavit that includes their personal information and an acknowledgment of the confidentiality of voter information. Additionally, the bill stipulates that commissioners will be compensated $150 for each day of assistance provided.

The proposed law retains the existing provisions regarding the use of commissioners while explicitly including their role in the nursing home early voting program. This clarification aims to ensure that the necessary support is available for voters residing in nursing homes, thereby facilitating their access to early voting. The bill also includes technical amendments to improve clarity and coherence in the legal language.

Statutes affected:
HB551 Original: 18:1309(J)(1)
HB551 Engrossed: 18:1309(J)(1)
HB551 Reengrossed: 18:1309(J)(1)