This bill amends Minnesota election laws to raise the minimum age for voter preregistration from 16 to 17 years. Specifically, it modifies Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 201.061, subdivision 1b, and Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 201.054, subdivision 1, to reflect this change. The bill stipulates that individuals who are at least 17 years old and otherwise eligible may submit a voter registration application or be automatically registered, while ensuring that those under 18 do not appear on polling place rosters or cast ballots unless they meet all voting eligibility requirements.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the transition to new voter registration applications, stating that applications printed or provided before the effective date of the act will not be considered deficient for registration purposes. The effective date for the new regulations is set for July 1, 2026, applying to voter registration applications printed or submitted on or after that date. The bill aims to streamline the voter registration process while ensuring compliance with the updated age requirement.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 201.061