The bill proposes significant amendments to Minnesota's election administration laws, focusing on enhancing voter registration, absentee voting, and the appointment of election judges. Key changes include allowing individuals to register on election day by providing proof of residence through various means, such as vouching by registered voters or using housing lists from postsecondary institutions. The bill also clarifies the responsibilities of municipal clerks in administering absentee voting, mandates that absentee ballot applications be submitted electronically, and establishes new timelines for the certification of residential housing lists. Additionally, it repeals the voting equipment grant account and introduces provisions for temporary polling places, particularly for federally recognized Indian Tribes and postsecondary institutions.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of signature verification in the absentee voting process by replacing the term "return" with "signature" in several instances. It outlines procedures for the receipt and processing of absentee ballots, including timely delivery to the ballot board. The bill also introduces a Voter's Bill of Rights, affirming the rights of voters, including the right to be absent from work for voting without pay reduction. Other amendments include clarifications on the appointment and duties of election judges, the timeline for canvassing election returns, and the process for political subdivisions to apply for grants for new voting systems. Overall, the bill aims to streamline election processes, enhance accessibility for voters, and ensure the integrity of the electoral system in Minnesota.

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