voter registration; temporary absence
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Overview
This bill modifies Arizona’s voter registration laws to make it easier for qualified individuals temporarily absent from the state to register to vote. It allows for the use of affidavit of registration forms or federal postcard applications for those serving in the military or overseas, and provides a specific registration process for children of U.S. citizens living abroad. The bill also clarifies rules regarding determining a voter’s residence for challenge purposes.
Key provisions
- Allows use of affidavit of registration or federal postcard applications for military and overseas voters.
- Creates a registration process for children of U.S. citizen parents living abroad who are registered to vote in Arizona.
- Permits registration at any time prior to 7:00 p.m. on election day for temporarily absent voters.
- Specifies rules for determining a voter’s residence, including considering intention of returning and temporary absences.
- Clarifies rules regarding residency for voters challenged on their eligibility.
- Addresses residency for overseas voters who have recently been discharged or separated from service.
- Allows use of a federal write-in early ballot for those who have never resided in the United States and have a registered U.S. citizen parent.
- Defines the calculation of residency for determining eligibility.
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