The bill amends New Jersey's voter registration laws to enhance the registration process, particularly for individuals applying for motor vehicle licenses and identification cards. Key changes include the elimination of the requirement to complete a voter registration form in person, allowing applicants to register while applying for a driver's license at the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). The bill introduces automatic voter registration through state agencies, ensuring that eligible individuals are registered or their information is updated without needing to fill out additional forms. It also mandates the MVC to electronically transmit applicant information, such as name and citizenship status, to the Secretary of State, while allowing applicants the option to decline this automatic registration.

Further amendments establish procedures for processing voter registration information without requiring a digitized signature and clarify that individuals must be released from incarceration before being registered to vote. The bill emphasizes the importance of updating voter records with changes in residence or name due to marriage or divorce, and it ensures confidentiality for those who choose not to register. Additionally, the Secretary of State is tasked with public education regarding these changes, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to simplify and improve the accessibility of the voter registration process in New Jersey.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19:31-6.5, 19:31-6.14, 39:2-3.2, 39:3-10