as introduced - 92nd Legislature (2021 - 2022) Posted on 02/01/2021 04:14pm
A bill for an act
relating to elections; requiring the secretary of state to amend rules to recognize
a medical bill as a proof of residence on election day; authorizing rulemaking.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:
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The secretary of state must amend Minnesota Rules, section 8200.5100, subpart 2, to
allow an eligible voter to prove residence in a precinct on election day by presenting a
medical bill. The amendment to the rule must be effective no later than August 1, 2021.
The secretary of state may use the good cause exemption under Minnesota Statutes, section
14.388, subdivision 1, clause (3), to adopt rules under this section and Minnesota Statutes,
section 14.386, does not apply except as provided under Minnesota Statutes, section 14.388.
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This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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