This bill amends various sections of the Minnesota Statutes to enhance election procedures, particularly focusing on voter registration on election day and the handling of provisional ballots. A significant provision mandates that voters who register on election day must cast provisional ballots, ensuring their eligibility is verified before their votes are counted. The bill also requires that election day registration applications be attached to provisional ballot signature envelopes and mandates that the information from these applications be entered into the statewide registration system within three days after the election. Additionally, it updates the definition and requirements for tribal identification cards, ensuring they include security features and are recognized for both voter registration and voting.

Further amendments address absentee voting and the canvassing process for election results. Eligible voters who are not registered must submit their voter registration application with their absentee ballot in the same envelope. The bill also establishes procedures for accepting and rejecting provisional ballots, including notifying voters of any rejections within a specified timeframe. It modifies the canvassing timelines, requiring county canvassing boards to complete their canvass by the tenth day after the election, and includes a public awareness campaign by the Secretary of State to promote voter registration prior to election day. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, applying to elections held on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 171.072, 201.061, 201.121, 201.225, 203B.04, 203B.07, 203B.08, 203B.081, 203B.121, 203B.30, 204C.07, 204C.32, 204C.33, 204C.37, 205.065, 205.185, 205A.03, 205A.10