Elections; voting rights restoration process revised; Alabama Voting Rights Act Commission established to prevent discrimination in voting; duties and membership provided; Secretary of State required to establish database on election administration

Summary

The legislation would automatically restore voting rights to individuals convicted of most felonies once they have completed their sentence, paid all fines and fees, and have no pending charges, while still excluding certain serious offenses. It also expands voting options by allowing any voter to request an absentee ballot, adding early‑voting periods with set polling hours, and creates an Alabama Voting Rights Commission to monitor and pre‑clear actions that could discriminate against protected voter groups. The Secretary of State must maintain a statewide election‑administration database and publish related information.

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