This legislative bill seeks to amend Nebraska's election laws with a focus on improving voter registration and voting procedures. Key provisions include the establishment of a free access system by the Secretary of State for voters who cast provisional ballots, enabling them to verify if their votes were counted and understand any reasons for non-counting. The bill also mandates the creation of a dedicated website for voter identification requirements and a public awareness campaign to educate residents about these requirements. Additionally, it emphasizes the confidentiality of voter registration information and restricts the use of citizenship information solely for maintaining the voter registration list.

The bill introduces several insertions and deletions to streamline the voter registration process, including the removal of outdated provisions and the requirement for the Department of Motor Vehicles to electronically transmit voter registration information. It clarifies that ineligible voter registration applications will not be considered violations unless there is evidence of intentional registration attempts. Furthermore, the bill modifies the application process for operator's licenses and state identification cards to include a mandatory voter registration component, while allowing applicants to opt out. It also introduces new requirements for commercial driver's licenses, including specific personal information and proof of identity, while allowing nondomiciled applicants to apply under certain conditions. The act is set to become operative on January 1, 2026, and repeals several existing statutes related to the licensing process.

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