Senate Bill 624 proposes several amendments and repeals related to absentee voting procedures in Wisconsin. Key changes include the requirement for alternate absentee ballot sites to be fixed locations, the obligation for municipal clerks to return improperly completed absentee ballots to voters, and the introduction of text message notifications to voters regarding their absentee ballot applications and submissions. Additionally, the bill extends the deadline for absentee ballot applications from five to seven days before an election and mandates hourly election night reporting by municipal clerks to county clerks, detailing the number of ballots cast and remaining to be canvassed.

The bill also addresses the process for determining voter incompetency and ineligibility, requiring circuit courts to notify the Elections Commission of such determinations via email. The Commission must then update the voter registration status accordingly within three business days. Furthermore, the bill eliminates the option for municipalities to use central counting locations for ballots and extends the timeline for pre-election tests of electronic voting equipment from ten to fifteen days before an election. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the integrity and efficiency of the absentee voting process while ensuring voters are adequately informed.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 5.05(12), 5.05, 5.84(1), 5.84, 5.84(2), 5.85(1), 5.85, 5.85(5), 5.86, 5.87(1), 5.87, 5.91(17), 5.91, 6.18(form), 6.18