This bill amends the existing absentee voting law to expand the circumstances under which absentee voting is permitted. Specifically, it replaces the current language that restricts absentee voting to instances when the National Weather Service issues a winter storm warning, blizzard warning, or ice storm warning. The new legal language allows for absentee voting whenever the National Weather Service declares "any severe weather watch or warning" applicable to the election day in the relevant city, town, or unincorporated place.

The bill aims to ensure that voters are not disenfranchised due to severe weather conditions that may arise on election day. The effective date of this act is set for 60 days after its passage, allowing for the necessary adjustments to be made in the voting process.