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HB 493·VA·house

Absentee voting; ballots received, marked, and cast electronically through the Internet.

In CommitteeFiled Jan 12, 2026
Sponsor: Hope
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Continued from last session

Jul 21, 2026

Summary

The bill directs Virginia’s Department of Elections to create and distribute an internet‑based tool that lets eligible voters with visual impairments, print disabilities, or other covered conditions receive, mark, and return their absentee ballots electronically. Local registrars must offer the tool, provide instructions, and ensure the ballot and required oath are completed online. The measure aims to improve voting accessibility while preserving existing safeguards.

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