SB212 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Vivian Davis FiguresSenator

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Priscilla DunnGerald O. DialWilliam “Bill” M. BeasleyCam WardQuinton RossRoger Bedford, Jr.Del MarshBobby D. SingletonRodger SmithermanHank SandersTammy IronsPaul BussmanLinda Coleman-MadisonGeorge M. “Marc” Keahey

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Elections, absentee voting, allow any qualified elector to vote by absentee ballot, Secs. 17-11-3, 17-11-5, 17-11-7 am'd.

Summary

SB212 would broaden absentee voting by allowing any qualified Alabama elector to vote by absentee ballot in elections.

What This Bill Does

The bill would amend sections 17-11-3, 17-11-5, and 17-11-7 to change absentee voting rules. It would allow any qualified elector to apply for and vote an absentee ballot in any primary, general, special, or municipal election, with an application due in writing at least five days before the election. It also outlines how ballots are delivered (by mail or in person), how voters are listed as absentee, and how election managers track absentee requests and ballots. It keeps provisions for emergency absentee voting, military and overseas voters, and the procedures and penalties to ensure ballot integrity.

Who It Affects

• All qualified electors in Alabama would be able to vote absentee in more cases (expanded eligibility).
• Election officials and absentee election managers would administer and track absentee requests, ballots, and lists.

Key Provisions

• Expands absentee voting to any qualified elector; removes restrictions based on specific eligibility reasons.
• Requires five-day advance written application for an absentee ballot and allows mail or in-person delivery.
• Provides for emergency absentee ballots and procedures for military/overseas voters under federal law.
• Maintains affidavit requirements, identification and witnessing rules, and penalties for false information.
• Requires daily updating and posting of absentee voter lists and reporting of military/overseas ballots to state authorities.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Elections