This bill allows for the counting of mail-in ballots submitted by voters who have passed away after mailing, delivering, or depositing their ballots, provided these actions were done in accordance with "The Vote By Mail Law." It specifically states that such ballots shall not be rejected solely on the basis of the voter's death, unless there are deficiencies unrelated to the death that warrant a full or partial rejection. The bill also clarifies that if a county board of elections identifies any deficiencies, the usual provisions for curing those deficiencies will not apply, and the ballot will not be counted.

Additionally, the bill repeals existing laws that mandate the rejection of mail-in ballots when a voter is deceased prior to election day. This change aims to ensure that ballots cast by voters who die after submitting their votes are still counted, thereby enhancing the integrity of the electoral process. The county board's decision to reject a mail-in ballot under these circumstances will be final and not subject to appeal, except in the context of a broader election result challenge.