Bill Description
It should be easy for absentee voters to know when their ballot is received and counted. SB 39 & AB 38 improve absentee ballot tracking by creating an absentee ballot text message confirmation system. This would give voters the opportunity to be automatically notified when their absentee ballot is received.
Current Status
SB 39 was introduced on February 3, 2023, and referred to the Senate Committee on Government Operations, Elections and Consumer Protection. A public hearing was held on September 26, 2023, and the bill passed out of committee on October 3, 2023. AB 38 was introduced on February 13, 2023, and referred to the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections. A public hearing was held on October 3, 2023, and the bill passed out of committee on October 19, 2023. AB 38 passed the Assembly via voice vote on November 9, 2023.
Ask your legislators to support SB 39 & AB 38.
Committee History
| Committee | Status |
|---|---|
| Senate Committee on Shared Revenue, Elections, and Consumer Protection | Passed |
| Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections | Passed |
Full Vote Data
Assembly: Passed by Voice Vote
Senate: Awaiting Action
Governor: