The bill aims to expand voter registration services by allowing various state, local, federal, and tribal agencies to implement automatic voter registration and updates. The governor, in consultation with the secretary of state, will have the discretion to decide which agencies can participate in this process. The bill specifies that agencies providing public assistance or services to individuals with disabilities must collect and store certain information, such as names, addresses, dates of birth, and citizenship verification, to facilitate automatic voter registration. Additionally, the health benefit exchange is authorized to share applicant information with the secretary of state's office for voter registration, provided that applicants are notified and given the opportunity to decline.

Key insertions in the bill include provisions for the governor to decide on the implementation of automatic voter registration by various agencies and the ability for the secretary of state to obtain digital signatures for voter registration purposes. The bill also allows for electronic submission of voter registration applications through government agency websites, enhancing accessibility for applicants. Overall, the legislation seeks to streamline the voter registration process and ensure that more individuals can easily register to vote while maintaining compliance with privacy and security laws.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 29A.08.365, 29A.08.362, 29A.08.310, 29A.08.123
Bill as Passed Legislature: 29A.08.365, 29A.08.362, 29A.08.310, 29A.08.123