SB 227 specifies ways that absentee ballot applications can be submitted and authorizes sending unsolicited absentee ballot applications. It also has provisions to fund mailing of unsolicited absentee ballot applications in general elections.

Jurisdiction/Legislation Level

State

LCS Legislation Status

http://lsc.state.oh.us/coderev/sen129.nsf/Senate+Bill+Number/0227?OpenDo...

Our Take on This Bill

The ACLU of Ohio advocates for expanded access to the polls, and we support the efforts of SB 227 to increase the ability of Ohioans to vote.

Committees

Government Oversight and Reform (S)

Sponsors

Sen. Sawyer (D), Sen. Skindell (D)

Authors

Sen. Tavares (D), Sen. Turner (D)

Status

Failed