SB0012 - Tennessee - Election Laws

Companion Bill HB0017. Election Laws - Permits any registered Tennessee voter to vote absentee. - Amends TCA Title 2. Fiscal Summary for *SB0012 / HB0017 Increase Local Govt. Expenditures* - $965,000 Recurring $305,000 One-Time Bill Summary for *SB0012 / HB0017 This bill adds to the circumstances under which registered voters are authorized to vote by absentee ballot. Present law authorizes registered voters to vote by absentee ballot under specific circumstances, such as absence from the county on election day, observance of a religious holiday, or serving as an election official. This bill expands this authorization so that any registered voter may vote by absentee ballot if the voter applies to do so. This bill would not affect the permanent absentee voting register for persons who are unable to appear [...]

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