The bill amends existing laws regarding mail ballots and introduces provisions for early voting in the state. It establishes a new section, 17-20-2.2, which outlines the requirements for the validity of emergency mail ballots. The bill specifies that an emergency mail ballot application may be completed in person using an electronic poll pad provided by the board of canvassers, upon presentation of valid proof of identity.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section, 17-19-24.4, on early voting. It allows voters to complete early voting ballot applications in person using electronic poll pads, provided they present valid proof of identity. Early voting is limited to a total of ten nonconsecutive days preceding election day, which includes the weekend days immediately preceding the election and eight weekdays. The bill mandates that, as practicable, all voter and election protections and procedures that apply on election day will also govern the ten days of early voting.

This act will take effect upon passage.