This legislative bill proposes comprehensive changes to Nebraska's election laws, particularly focusing on voter registration and election security. Key provisions include the elimination of online voter registration and restrictions on mail-in voter registration, requiring individuals to present valid photographic identification when registering. The bill mandates secure ballot drop-boxes, hand counts of at least 25% of ballots to verify vote counting devices, and the inclusion of watermarks on official ballots to enhance election integrity. Additionally, it outlines the responsibilities of the Secretary of State in overseeing elections and prohibits political advocacy near voter registration sites to ensure a neutral process.

The bill also introduces new requirements for early voting, including the necessity for voters to present valid photographic identification when requesting ballots and the inclusion of specific reasons for early voting on application forms. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of the voting process, with provisions for monitoring ballot drop-boxes and handling provisional ballots. Overall, the proposed amendments aim to tighten voter registration requirements, streamline voting procedures, and enhance the security and transparency of the electoral process in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 32-101, 32-103, 32-202, 32-203, 32-206, 32-306, 32-307, 32-308, 32-310, 32-311.01, 32-312, 32-312.05, 32-315, 32-320, 32-321, 32-323, 32-325, 32-806, 32-808, 32-902, 32-938, 32-941, 32-942, 32-943, 32-947, 32-950.01, 32-960, 32-1002, 32-1041, 32-1049, 32-1118, 32-1119