The California State Senate has approved Senate Bill 970, aimed at protecting the voting rights of military personnel overseas and Americans abroad. - The bill passed 29-1 and directs the Secretary of State to create a secure voting process.
- Federal termination of the DOD Fax Service and USPS mail cuts have limited ballot return options. - A 2004 survey found 1 in 7 service members did not receive a mail ballot in time.
- The bill now heads to an Assembly policy committee for further consideration. This legislation seeks to ensure that all Californians, regardless of their location, can exercise their right to vote.