The proposed bill seeks to improve voter registration and voting processes in Minnesota through various enhancements. Key provisions include the requirement for voting instructions and sample ballots to be available in multiple languages, the introduction of interpreters in certain situations, and measures to combat voter intimidation and deceptive practices. The bill also expands the definition of express advocacy in campaign finance, introduces penalties for violations, and mandates regular reporting on these issues. Notably, it establishes automatic voter registration for individuals applying for a driver's license or state identification and allows those under 18 to preregister to vote. The effective date for many changes is set for June 1, 2023.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to streamline the voter registration process, particularly through automatic registration linked to driver's license applications, requiring documentation of U.S. citizenship. It outlines the responsibilities of state agencies in verifying citizenship and transmitting information to the secretary of state. The bill also modifies absentee voting procedures, including the delivery of absentee ballot application forms and the timelines for mailing ballots. Enhanced voter accessibility measures are included, such as translated materials and the appointment of interpreters. Furthermore, the bill addresses campaign finance by restricting foreign-influenced corporations from political contributions and includes appropriations for enforcement. The effective dates for various provisions range from June 1, 2023, to July 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.607, 201.014, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.121, 204C.10, 609.165, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.02, 10A.15, 10A.20, 10A.27, 10A.34, 211B.15, 289A.37, 289A.50, 290.01
1st Engrossment: 13.607, 201.014, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 204C.08, 204C.10, 609.165, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
2nd Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.014, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 204C.08, 204C.10, 609.165, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
3rd Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
4th Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
5th Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
1st Engrossment: 13.607, 201.014, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 204C.08, 204C.10, 609.165, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
2nd Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.014, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 204C.08, 204C.10, 609.165, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
3rd Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
4th Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15
5th Engrossment: 13.607, 171.06, 201.054, 201.061, 201.071, 201.091, 201.161, 201.162, 203B.04, 203B.06, 203B.12, 203B.121, 211B.32, 10A.01, 10A.27, 211B.15