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S2131Introduced in the Senate

This act would add early voting to the 50 feet buffer prohibitions against politicking during election day voting.

IntroducedSenate Judiciary

Introduced by Samuel Zurier, District 3

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ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES - This act would add early voting to the 50 feet buffer prohibitions against politicking during election day voting.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

April 7, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study · April 7, 2026

10

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0

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0

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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