2001 House Bill 4554

Introduced in the House

April 17, 2001

Introduced by Rep. Dale Sheltrown (D-103)

To allow a first-time voter, or one voting for the first time in a new district, who registered by mail to vote absentee if he or she has signed and had notarized a special notary form. Currently, a person who registers by mail must vote in person the first time he or she votes.

Referred to the Committee on Redistricting and Elections

Feb. 21, 2002

Amendment offered by Rep. MaryAnn Middaugh (R-80)

To require a fist-time voter to present a photo ID to get an absentee ballot, or to sign an affidavit before an election official stating that the person does not have a photo ID.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 75 to 10 (details)

Received

To allow a first-time voter, or one voting for the first time in a new district, who registered by mail to vote absentee if he or she has signed and had notarized a special notary form. Currently, a person who registers by mail must vote in person the first time he or she votes.

Amendment offered by Rep. Nancy Quarles (D-36)

To reconsider the vote by which the House passed the bill.

The amendment passed 80 to 17 (details)

Passed in the House 96 to 5 (details)

Received in the Senate

Feb. 21, 2002

To allow a first-time voter, or one voting for the first time in a new district, who registered by mail to vote absentee if he or she has signed and had notarized a special notary form. Currently, a person who registers by mail must vote in person the first time he or she votes.