SB 59
Relating to voter eligibility and residency requirements
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill clarifies the requirements for voter eligibility and registration in West Virginia. It defines "legal resident" as someone domiciled in the state, county, or municipality where they intend to vote, considering factors like physical presence, intent to remain, and other residency indicators. The bill also specifies that individuals must be a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old (or 17 with intent to be 18 by the next general election), and not disqualified due to mental incompetence or felony convictions. Finally, it outlines the process for restoring voting rights to individuals previously determined mentally incompetent.
Key provisions
- Defines "legal resident" for voter eligibility, requiring domicile in the intended voting location.
- Specifies factors demonstrating domicile, including physical presence, intent to remain, vehicle registration, and tax payments.
- Clarifies residency requirements for voter registration, aligning with voter eligibility.
- Outlines criteria for restoring voting rights to individuals previously determined mentally incompetent.
- Addresses felony convictions and their impact on voting eligibility.
- Establishes that a person must be a citizen of the United States to be eligible to vote.
- Specifies the age requirement for voting (18, or 17 if 18 by the next general election).
- Details that a person must not be otherwise legally disqualified to vote.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Voters
- Potential Voters
- Registered Voters
- Individuals with Felony Convictions
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