📘 Electoral Amendment Act 2016
014 of 2016Assented 11 July 2016
The Electoral Amendment Act 2016 amends the Electoral Act 1907 to update electoral processes. Key changes include provisions for technology-assisted voting, information sharing with the Commonwealth, and revised enrolment procedures.
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The Act affects electors, candidates, political parties, and electoral administrators. It introduces new voting methods and streamlines enrolment, potentially increasing participation and efficiency. It also impacts scrutineers and official agents.
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