This bill amends several provisions related to absentee voting in Minnesota, specifically within Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 203B.05, 203B.121, and 203B.30. Key changes include the requirement for city or town clerks to specify their responsibilities regarding absentee voting and early voting when notifying county auditors. Additionally, the bill introduces new procedures for the handling and counting of absentee ballots, including the segregation of accepted signature envelopes by precinct and the requirement for ballot board members to count and record envelopes and ballots at various stages of the process.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that the new provisions will take effect upon the revisor of statutes' receipt of early voting certification, applying to elections held on or after the 85th day following that receipt. The amendments also clarify the responsibilities of ballot board members in ensuring the integrity of the absentee voting process, including the verification of voters who submitted absentee ballots and did not vote in person on election day. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the security and efficiency of absentee voting in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 203B.05, 203B.121, 203B.30