MN
Minnesota House Bill HF3

Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF3

Introduced
1/4/23  
Refer
1/4/23  
Refer
2/9/23  
Refer
2/15/23  
Refer
2/27/23  
Refer
3/1/23  
Refer
3/6/23  
Refer
3/9/23  
Report Pass
4/4/23  
Engrossed
4/17/23  
Refer
4/17/23  
Report Pass
4/18/23  
Enrolled
5/4/23  
Passed
5/5/23  
Passed
5/5/23  
Chaptered
5/5/23  

Caption

Voter registration and absentee voting provisions modified; voting instructions and sample ballot required to be multilingual and interpreters required to be provided; intimidation, deceptive practices, and interference regulated; campaign finance provisions modified; and money appropriated.

Impact

The bill modifies existing Minnesota statutes to better equip election officials in managing voter participation and ensuring public confidence in the electoral process. It mandates the presence of interpreters at polling places in regions with significant non-English speaking populations, thereby making voting more accessible. Additionally, the legislation aims to strengthen penalties against intimidation and deceptive practices that disrupt voting, reinforcing the state's commitment to fair elections.

Summary

House File 3 (HF3) seeks to enhance voter registration and absentee voting processes in Minnesota. It introduces provisions to require voting instructions and sample ballots to be available in multiple languages, aiming to serve a diverse electorate. Furthermore, HF3 aims to regulate deceptive practices, improve the integrity of voter registration, and expand penalties for violations related to election conduct.

Sentiment

Response to HF3 has generally been supportive among those advocating for greater access to voting and the improvement of election integrity. Advocates argue that by making voting more inclusive through multilingual materials and improved protections against deceptive practices, the bill strengthens democracy. However, some critics express concerns about the management and costs associated with these new provisions, as well as the potential for increased regulatory burdens on election officials.

Contention

While supporters highlight the need for equitable voting access and protection against deception, opponents raise questions about the feasibility of implementing the multilingual requirements in various precincts, particularly regarding resource allocation and local administrative capabilities. The debate around HF3 reflects broader tensions regarding election reforms and the balance between accessibility and administrative efficiency.

Latest HF3 Activity

Companion Bills

MN SF3

Similar To Voter registration provisions modifications and appropriations

Previously Filed As

MN HF1270

Voter registration, absentee voting, and campaign finance provisions modified; voting instructions, sample ballots, and election judges required to be multilingual; intimidation, deceptive practices, and interference with voter registration and voting regulated; Democracy Dollar coupon program established; political contribution refund program repealed; and definition of express advocacy expanded.

MN SF3

Voter registration provisions modifications and appropriations

MN HF2392

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place required, certain voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, and money appropriated.

MN SF2493

Absentee ballots return on election day requirements provisions modifications and certain voters absentee voting period modifications provision

MN HF2177

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification required of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place, voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, criminal penalties increased, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1188

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

MN HF573

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

MN HF2073

Various election administration changes made, voter registration provisions modified, absentee voting provisions modified, requirements for appointing election judges modified, timelines modified, annexation laws modified, and money transferred.

MN HF1251

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

MN HF1253

Requirements related to the return of absentee ballots on election day modified, and absentee voting period modified for certain voters.

Similar Bills

MN SF3

Voter registration provisions modifications and appropriations

MN HF1270

Voter registration, absentee voting, and campaign finance provisions modified; voting instructions, sample ballots, and election judges required to be multilingual; intimidation, deceptive practices, and interference with voter registration and voting regulated; Democracy Dollar coupon program established; political contribution refund program repealed; and definition of express advocacy expanded.

MN SF1546

Voter registration provisions modification

MN HF1723

Elections finance and policy bill.

MN HF2177

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification required of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place, voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, criminal penalties increased, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF2119

Elections integrity act established requiring photo ID to register and to vote, ID cards and provisional ballots established, and criminal penalties increased.

MN HF2392

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place required, certain voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, and money appropriated.

MN HF1369

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, ID of individuals acting as an agent for an absentee voter required, ID of individuals providing assistance at a polling place required, criminal penalties increased, and money appropriated.