This bill amends Nebraska's election laws to improve voter registration and voting procedures. It introduces a free access system for voters who cast provisional ballots, enabling them to verify if their vote was counted and understand the reasons if it was not. The Secretary of State is required to create a dedicated website for voter identification requirements and to conduct a public awareness campaign. Additionally, the bill streamlines the voter registration process for individuals applying for a motor vehicle operator's license or state identification card, ensuring that their voter registration information is electronically transmitted unless they choose to opt out. It also clarifies the conditions under which provisional ballots are counted and allows for minor errors on registration applications to not disqualify a ballot if necessary information is available elsewhere.

Moreover, the bill repeals section 32-309, which is considered obsolete, and modifies the application process for obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) or commercial learner's permit (CLP). It requires applicants to provide specific documentation, including proof of identity, and introduces a new acceptable form of identification, the "Permanent Resident Card." The bill also allows nondomiciled applicants from foreign jurisdictions to apply for a CDL or CLP without proof of domicile in Nebraska, while removing questions related to voter registration and organ donation from the application process. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to enhance the integrity of the election process while ensuring eligible voters are not disenfranchised due to administrative errors.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 32-309, 32-307, 32-308, 32-312, 32-315, 32-1002, 32-1506, 60-484