This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to expand absentee voting eligibility by allowing voters aged 65 and older to vote absentee. Specifically, it modifies the existing law regarding who can vote absentee by removing the phrase "Physical disability or immobility due to extreme advanced age" and replacing it with "Any voter who has attained the age of 65." This change aims to simplify the criteria for absentee voting for older citizens, ensuring they can participate in elections without the need to demonstrate a specific physical disability.

In addition to this primary change, the bill retains the existing provisions that allow various categories of voters to vote absentee, including those confined due to medical reasons, those who are away from their county for work or education, and those who are members of the military or overseas. The bill also maintains the framework for electronic and emergency absentee voting, ensuring that voters who face unique circumstances can still exercise their right to vote. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance accessibility to the voting process for older West Virginians.

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Introduced Version: 3-3-1