This bill mandates that the Secretary of State print and distribute a voters' pamphlet prior to the primary elections in each even-numbered year and prior to the general elections every year. The current law's requirement for a pamphlet to be produced only when at least one statewide measure or office is on the ballot has been removed. The pamphlet will be distributed to every household in the state, public libraries, and other designated locations, and will also include recorded or Braille transcripts for accessibility. Additionally, the Secretary of State is authorized to provide this material in electronic form to various media outlets.

Furthermore, the bill amends the responsibilities of county auditors regarding local voters' pamphlets. It specifies that local pamphlets must provide information on measures and candidates appearing on ballots within the county, excluding those already covered in the state-produced voters' pamphlet. The bill also establishes that it will take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 29A.32.010, 29A.32.210