An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for approval of application for absentee ballot and for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; in voting by qualified mail-in electors, further providing for approval of application for mail-in ballot; and, in Election Integrity Grant Program, further providing for funding for elections.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill makes changes to Pennsylvania’s Election Code, primarily focusing on how absentee and mail-in ballots are processed. It clarifies procedures for approving applications for these ballots, outlines the process for pre-canvassing and canvassing ballots, and provides for funding through an Election Integrity Grant Program. Specifically, it details when pre-canvassing must begin and how the process should be conducted to ensure transparency and accuracy in election results.
Key provisions
- Clarifies definitions related to pre-canvassing and ballot processing.
- Specifies requirements for approving applications for absentee and mail-in ballots.
- Details the timing and procedures for pre-canvassing and canvassing absentee and mail-in ballots.
- Establishes a timeline for when pre-canvassing must begin on election day.
- Provides for funding through the Election Integrity Grant Program to support elections.
- Outlines rules for observers during ballot canvassing.
- Addresses challenges to ballot applications, specifying deadlines and grounds for objection.
- Requires counties to provide public notice of canvass meetings.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania Voters
- County Boards of Elections
- Candidates in Elections
- Political Parties
- The Secretary of the Commonwealth
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
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