The bill introduced by Senators Gavarone and Brenner seeks to amend various sections of the Revised Code to enhance the integrity of the electoral process in Ohio by requiring verification of an elector's citizenship before voting. It proposes the enactment of new sections 3503.201, 3503.202, and 3511.052, which establish the requirements for citizenship verification and update procedures for voter registration, voter roll maintenance, absent voting, and election petitions. Key changes include the insertion of new legal language mandating citizenship verification and the deletion of conflicting existing language. The bill also outlines procedures for public hearings and notifications regarding zoning amendments, ensuring transparency in the electoral process.

Additionally, the bill introduces amendments to streamline the petition process for county charters and restricted area designations, requiring circulators to personally write the number of signatures and disclose compensation details if applicable. It clarifies the requirements for petitioners' committees, updates definitions related to elections, and enhances the voter registration process by establishing clearer guidelines for required information. The legislation emphasizes compliance with election laws, introduces penalties for violations, and aims to improve the management of voter registration and the overall electoral process in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 303.12, 303.59, 307.94, 3501.01, 3501.38, 3501.381, 3501.39, 3503.13, 3503.14, 3503.15, 3503.151, 3503.152, 3503.153, 3503.16, 3503.19, 3503.20, 3503.21, 3503.33, 3505.181, 3505.182, 3505.183, 3505.20, 3509.02, 3509.03, 3509.04, 3509.05, 3509.051, 3509.06, 3509.07, 3509.08, 3509.09, 3511.02, 3511.04, 3511.05, 3511.09, 3511.11, 3511.14, 3513.07, 3513.261, 3517.01, 3517.12, 3519.02, 3519.05, 3519.16, 3599.12, 3599.21