The proposed bill allows electors in Montana to add a political party preference to their voter registration. It amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically Sections 13-1-210, 13-2-115, and 13-2-116. Key insertions include provisions that enable individuals to choose a political party affiliation when completing the voter registration application and to add a party affiliation at any time if they are already registered. The application form will include options for various political parties, such as the Democratic Party, Green Party, Libertarian Party, Republican Party, and others, along with an option to prefer not to answer.

Additionally, the bill modifies how registered electors are listed in the statewide voter registration system and precinct registers. It mandates that the political party affiliation of electors be included in their voter records if provided. The precinct register will now contain an alphabetical list of legally registered electors along with their political party affiliation and address. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 13-1-210, 13-2-115, 13-2-116