Bill Summaries: H1032 (2015-2016 Session)

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  • Summary date: May 3 2016 - View summary

    Amends GS 163-82.5 by adding the requirement that the State Board of Elections (State Board) make the voter registration application forms available for completion and submission on a secure website.

    Enacts new GS 163-82.5A allowing an individual to register to vote or change voter registration online if the individual: (1) is eligible to register to vote and (2) possess a current and valid North Carolina driver's license (including a learner's permit or provisional license) or a special identification card for nonoperators. Requires the State Board to establish a secure website for the completion and submission of voter registration applications. Specifies information that the website must allow an individual to submit, including information to establish eligibility, and the individual's email address. Requires the county board of elections, upon receipt of an online application, to verify specified applicant information. Requires the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to transfer the applicant's digital signature in the DMV records to the State Board if the State Board verifies the driver's license or Social Security number. Requires the State Board to notify the applicant if the State Board cannot verify the driver's license or Social Security number.

    Amends GS 163-82.10 to add specified identifying information submitted during the online voter registration application process to the information that is confidential.

    Effective December 1, 2016.