The bill amends Section 17-20-18 of the General Laws in Chapter 17-20, which pertains to mail ballots. It introduces new language that allows the Secretary of State to print brief instructions for voting at the top of the ballot. Additionally, it specifies that mail ballots must include the phrase "Mail voters," with the exception of those ballots cast in accordance with § 17-20-2.2(g), which pertains to emergency mail ballots.

The primary change in this legislation is the exemption of emergency mail ballots from the requirement to include the "Mail voters" wording. This adjustment aims to streamline the voting process for emergency ballots while maintaining clarity for standard mail ballots. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5514: 17-20-18