HB303 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rod Scott

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Elections, voter registration list, notice given to person purged from, required, Sec. 17-4-3 am'd.

Summary

The bill would require county election officials to notify voters before purging them from the statewide voter registration list, with specific mailing rules and procedures.

What This Bill Does

It changes current practice by requiring counties to notify most voters being purged (except those who have died) before their name is removed. Notices must be mailed to the last known address; if the purge is for a disqualifying crime, notice must be sent by certified mail and the person cannot be removed while an appeal is pending. The process includes a hearing on the notice date, the ability to appeal, and potential involvement of the probate court; it also requires updated precinct notices if a voter moves within the county.

Who It Affects

• Voters whose names are being purged from the voter registration list (except those who have died) who will receive notice and may appeal.
• Voters who permanently move within the county, causing a change in their precinct designation, who will receive notice of their new precinct by mail.

Key Provisions

• County boards of registrars must notify voters before purging them from the statewide voter registration list, except deceased voters.
• Notice must be sent by mail to the last known address; purges for disqualifying crimes require certified mail.
• A voter cannot be purged for a disqualifying offense while an appeal is pending; hearings are held on the notice date or as continued, and appeals can be made without security for costs.
• If a voter moves within the county, the board must update their precinct designation and notify them by mail of the new precinct.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after approval by the Governor.

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

Subjects

Voter Registration