same day registration
May Primary - Voter Protection Advice
Submitted by NCVoter on Fri, 02/15/2008 - 12:23pm.Will your vote count in 2008? What steps should you take to protect your vote? The NC Coalition for Verified Voting has some important tips to ensure that your vote counts in the May Primary.
Same Day Voter Registration: done and done!
Submitted by Jerimee on Mon, 07/23/2007 - 12:04pm.
Congratulations everyone. This a significant accomplishment that we can all be proud of.
NCDP Chair Jerry Meek and Young Democrats President Zack Hawkins applauded Democratic leaders today on the passage of same day voter registration. Gov. Mike Easley signed the bill into law on Friday.
The new law allows voters to register up to three days before Election Day, down from 25 days under the old law. The measure also provides several safeguards to ensure the integrity of voter registration and toughens criminal penalties for those who commit fraud.
Republican State Auditor Les Merritt attempted to stall passage of the bill by citing a flawed preliminary report that ultimately yielded no evidence of voter fraud.
Last Push for Same Day Registration
Submitted by Sam Spencer on Fri, 06/08/2007 - 4:34pm.After an interesting week at the legislature, and a crossover that needed Tim Hardaway, HB 91 - the Same Day Registration Legislation - is scheduled for a vote on the Senate floor this Tuesday. So, for one last time, the Young Democrats of North Carolina are asking for your help on one of our biggest legislative priorities. The best way to help at this point is through letters to the editor and direct constituent-to-Senator contact. (More background here)
