voting centers ban; precinct size

Removed provisions that allowed voting centers to be established as alternatives to designated polling places.

Added new subsections requiring notification to affected voters at least 33 days before election when polling places are consolidated, and requiring notice to include new voting location, hours, and assistance phone number.

Modified polling place designation rules to require state-owned facilities for elections starting in 2026 when requested by election officers.

Added new requirements for electioneering restrictions at polling places, with specific provisions for emergency designations and website posting of affected locations.

Added new provisions requiring the secretary of state to establish maximum allowable wait times and methods to reduce voter wait times at polls.

Modified early ballot request procedures to allow county recorders to establish on-site early voting locations at their offices.

Added civil penalties for candidates or organizations that fail to submit completed early ballot request forms within prescribed timeframes.