This bill proposes significant amendments to Minnesota's election administration laws, focusing on voter registration, absentee voting, and the appointment of election judges. Key changes include modifications to election day registration procedures, allowing individuals to register by providing proof of residence through various means, such as vouching by registered voters or employees of residential facilities. The bill also clarifies requirements for students to prove their residence and introduces provisions for additional proof of residence during the 18 days leading up to an election and on election day. Additionally, it repeals the voting equipment grant account and modifies absentee ballot application procedures to allow electronic submissions verified against government databases.

Further amendments include the establishment of temporary polling places at the request of federally recognized Indian Tribes and postsecondary institutions, enhancing voter accessibility. The bill mandates the Secretary of State to maintain a log of Internet Protocol addresses for electronic absentee ballot applications and requires annual security assessments of the electronic absentee ballot application system. It also updates the Voter's Bill of Rights, ensuring voters are informed of their rights, and clarifies the timeline for canvassing election returns. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the efficiency, security, and integrity of the electoral process in Minnesota while protecting voter rights.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 201.061, 201.071, 203B.04, 203B.05, 203B.08, 203B.081, 203B.121, 203B.30, 204B.06, 204B.09, 204B.14, 204B.21, 204B.24, 204B.25, 204B.44, 204B.45, 204C.08, 204C.09, 204C.10, 205.185, 205A.10, 205A.11, 368.47, 375.20, 414.09, 447.32
1st Engrossment: 201.061, 201.071, 203B.04, 203B.05, 203B.08, 203B.081, 203B.121, 203B.17, 203B.30, 204B.06, 204B.07, 204B.09, 204B.14, 204B.21, 204B.24, 204B.25, 204B.44, 204B.45, 204C.08, 204C.09, 204C.10, 205.185, 205A.10, 205A.11, 368.47, 375.20, 414.09, 447.32
2nd Engrossment: 201.061, 201.071, 203B.04, 203B.05, 203B.08, 203B.081, 203B.121, 203B.17, 203B.30, 204B.06, 204B.07, 204B.09, 204B.14, 204B.21, 204B.24, 204B.25, 204B.44, 204B.45, 204C.08, 204C.09, 204C.10, 205.185, 205A.10, 205A.11, 368.47, 375.20, 414.09, 447.32