Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter and to the repeal of certain criminal offenses concerning the solicitation and distribution of an application to vote by mail.

HB 628 would allow any qualified voter in the state to request an early voting-by-mail ballot without needing to provide a specific reason. It directly affects all eligible voters by expanding access to mail-in voting options. The bill also repeals criminal penalties for soliciting or distributing mail-in ballot applications, removing legal barriers for organizations or individuals assisting voters with the process. These changes aim to simplify mail-in voting access while eliminating outdated criminal charges related to ballot application assistance.