Elections & Voter Registration Flashcards
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Under the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA), which of the following is a required voter registration opportunity?
Answer: When applying for a driver's license
The NVRA (Motor Voter Act) requires states to offer voter registration when citizens apply for or renew a driver's license.
A municipal clerk receives a voter registration application 28 days before a general election. The state deadline is 30 days. What is the proper action?
Answer: Reject the application as untimely and notify the applicant
An application received after the state's registration deadline cannot be processed for that election; the clerk must reject it and notify the applicant.
Which federal law prohibits requiring a literacy test as a condition of voter registration?
Answer: The Voting Rights Act of 1965
Section 10 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 suspended literacy tests, which were later permanently banned by the 1970 amendment.
A municipality is required to conduct a special election to fill a vacant council seat. Who typically sets the date for such an election?
Answer: The remaining council members by ordinance or resolution
In most states, the governing body (remaining council members) sets the special election date by ordinance or resolution within statutory timeframes.
What is the purpose of a 'canvass' following an election?
Answer: Officially counting and certifying all ballots cast in the election
An election canvass is the official process of examining, counting, and certifying all ballots to produce the final certified vote tally.
Under HAVA, what identification is generally required of first-time voters who registered by mail and did not provide ID with their registration?
Answer: A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, or government document showing name and address
HAVA requires first-time mail registrants without matching ID to present a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, or other government document at the polls.
A municipal election official discovers that a polling place is inaccessible to voters with disabilities on election day. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
Answer: Relocate voters to the nearest accessible site and post notices at the original location
Election officials must ensure accessible voting; the appropriate remedy is to relocate voters to an accessible site with clear notice posted at the original location.