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

SB 509 would allow 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the date of the general election. The bill updates voting eligibility rules to include this group, requiring them to meet standard residency and registration requirements like other voters. However, the law requires a referendum for implementation, meaning voters must approve it before it takes effect. This change would directly affect eligible 17-year-old residents who are otherwise qualified to vote in primaries.