HB 5191

Abstract

Amends the Election Code. Provides that an application for absentee ballot must be received by the election authority not less than 7 days (now, 5 days) prior to the election. Provides that a proper application to vote on the premises of a licensed nursing home must be made to the election authority not later than 7 days (now, 5 days) prior to the election. Provides that a special application by a non-registered resident temporarily absent from the county for an absentee ballot to vote for president and vice-president only must be made to the election authority not less than 7 days (now, 5 days) before the election. Effective immediately.