Relating to: extending voting rights to certain 17-year-old individuals and requiring a referendum.

AB 540 would allow 17-year-old residents to vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the date of the general election. The bill amends voting statutes to change eligibility requirements from "age 18 or older" to include "age 17 on the primary date if turning 18 by the general election date." It updates voter verification processes, including the oath required for challenged voters, to reflect this age adjustment. The bill's title mentions requiring a referendum, but the provided text does not detail this requirement. This policy change directly affects eligible 17-year-olds in the state who meet residency and registration requirements.