The bill amends existing laws regarding the publication of local election information by local canvassing authorities. It introduces new requirements for the local board to prominently post and advertise local questions submitted to voters, including the full text of legislative acts, election dates, and specific details about any public questions involving financial obligations. Notably, the bill allows for the substitution of traditional newspaper advertisements with postings on the municipality's website, provided that the information is available for at least twenty-one consecutive days leading up to the election. Additionally, it mandates that the local board must publish early voting dates, hours, and locations both in a newspaper and on the municipality's website.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the voter registration process by ensuring that local boards remain open for registrations throughout the year and specifically on the last day for voter registration. It allows for the designation of alternative locations and hours for voter registration, which must be publicly announced and advertised. The bill also permits the substitution of newspaper advertisements with website postings for these designations, ensuring compliance with web content accessibility guidelines. Overall, these changes aim to enhance transparency and accessibility in the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
5518: 17-8-10, 17-9.1-3