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New rules for postal and overseas voting

The act expands postal voting to local elections for people with disabilities, seniors over 60, and those in quarantine. It also makes voting easier for Poles abroad by allowing ID cards instead of passports.
Key points
Postal voting in local elections now available for people with disabilities, citizens aged 60+, and those in quarantine or isolation.
Poles abroad can vote using ID cards, not just passports – easier identification at polling stations.
Voters can register for postal voting electronically, by phone, or in person.
Voting packages delivered by courier to your door, return envelopes with votes sent free of charge.
New voting districts abroad created when at least 100 voters request postal voting.
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Additional Information
Poselski projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy - Kodeks wyborczy.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 1389
Process start date: 2025-06-24
Voting date: 2025-10-17
Voting no: 36
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about New rules for postal and overseas voting

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 1389.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Postal voting in local elections now available for people with disabilities, citizens aged 60+, and those in quarantine or isolation.
  • Poles abroad can vote using ID cards, not just passports – easier identification at polling stations.
  • Voters can register for postal voting electronically, by phone, or in person.
  • Voting packages delivered by courier to your door, return envelopes with votes sent free of charge.
  • New voting districts abroad created when at least 100 voters request postal voting.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Vetoed.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Wniosek Prezydenta (weto)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-09-07.

Analysis and Potential Impact of PROJEKT USTAWY 1389

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