HB104 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jack Williams

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Voter registration, prohibited within 30 days of election, elections, prohibit campaigning within 150 feet of polling place, Secs. 17-3-50, 17-9-50 am'd.

Summary

HB104 would tighten voter registration timing and polling-place proximity rules in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It would prohibit voter registration within 30 days of an election (increasing the current 14-day limit). It would also prohibit individuals other than electors and election officials from being within 150 feet of a polling place on election day (expanding the current 30-foot rule). The bill requires boards of registrars to keep offices open during the applicable periods. It would take effect on the first day of the third month after it becomes law (following passage and gubernatorial approval).

Who It Affects

• Prospective voters who plan to register within 30 days of an election would be barred from registering during that period.
• Non-electors and non-election-official individuals would be restricted from being within 150 feet of a polling place on election day, reducing access for those nearby (e.g., campaigners, volunteers, and other bystanders).

Key Provisions

• Prohibits voter registration within 30 days prior to any election (amends §17-3-50).
• Prohibits individuals other than electors and election officials from being within 150 feet of the polling place on election day (amends §17-9-50).

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Voters and Voting