STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS27596 / S1309
This proposed legislation will revise provisions within the existing elections statutes (Title 34) pertaining to
absentee ballots. This is necessary to ensure that the greatest possible opportunity to exercise the right to
vote is available to a qualified elector who experiences an emergency situation that requires hospitalization
immediately preceding an election.
This proposed legislation includes an emergency clause, as it could be applied to those elections occurring this
year prior to June 1, specifically the presidential and/or statewide primaries in March and May respectively,
upon passage.
FISCAL NOTE
There is anticipated to be no increase or reduction in revenue to the general fund annually as a result of this
legislation. Any minimal costs incurred for implementation of this legislation will be covered within the existing
scope of the Idaho Secretary of State's annual budget.
Contact:
Chad Houck, Chief Deputy
Secretary of State
(208) 585-7370
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/10/2020, 10:40 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 34-1002