This bill amends R.S. 18:1307(C) to update the regulations surrounding absentee by mail voting for members of the United States Service and citizens residing outside the United States. The key change is that the validity period for absentee ballot applications has been extended from one year to two years from the date the application is received by the registrar of voters. Additionally, the bill stipulates that this validity period must include at least one regularly scheduled federal general election.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that if an application is rejected, the registrar must provide the applicant with written reasons for the rejection. The new provisions aim to streamline the absentee voting process for military and overseas voters, ensuring they have adequate time to participate in elections. The act is set to become effective on July 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
HB1057 Original: 18:1307(C)
HB1057 Engrossed: 18:1307(C)
HB1057 Enrolled: 18:1307(C)
HB1057 Act 693: 18:1307(C)