This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 201.014, subdivision 1, to allow individuals under the age of 18 to vote in primary elections under specific conditions. The current eligibility requirements state that voters must be 18 years of age or older, a citizen of the United States, and a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days before the election. The new language introduces a provision that permits individuals who have not yet turned 18 to vote in primary elections or presidential nomination primaries, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria and will be 18 by the time of the general election.

The amendment specifies that these younger voters can only cast ballots for candidates seeking nomination for office and not for any questions or propositions. This change aims to engage younger individuals in the electoral process and allow them to participate in shaping the candidates who will appear on the ballot in the general election.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 201.014