Assembly Bill 312 aims to amend the statutes regarding the hours for voting by absentee ballot in person at the office of the municipal clerk or an alternate site. The bill stipulates that these locations must be open for at least 20 hours during the absentee voting period, which begins 14 days before an election and ends on the Sunday prior to the election. Additionally, the bill requires that the specific office hours for absentee voting be included in the type E election notice, which is published by the municipality.

The proposed changes include the insertion of language that mandates the municipal clerk's office or alternate site to be open for a minimum of 20 hours for in-person absentee voting, and that voters can cast their ballots without a prior appointment. The type E notice will now also specify these office hours, ensuring that voters are well-informed about when they can vote absentee in person. This bill is intended to enhance accessibility and convenience for voters participating in absentee voting.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 6.86(1)(b), 6.86, 10.01(2)(e), 10.01