This bill mandates that county clerks send applications for mail-in ballots to registered voters who are 17 years old on the eve of their 18th birthday. Specifically, it requires that each county clerk transmit an application for a mail-in ballot to every voter who is registered and turns 18 years old, thereby ensuring that young voters are informed and able to participate in elections as soon as they reach voting age.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the state will reimburse counties for any extra direct costs incurred due to the implementation of this requirement. This initiative aims to enhance voter participation among newly eligible voters by proactively providing them with the necessary tools to vote by mail. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.