On June 30, the Rhode Island legislature passed HB 5702. It provides that every adult citizen known by the state government to exist will automatically be registered, unless that individual declines.

A similar bill had already passed the Illinois legislature, and on June 29 was forwarded to the Governor. Both the Rhode Island and Illinois Governors have said they will sign the bills. When they do, ten states will have such automatic voter registration. Thanks to the Brennan Center for the news about Rhode Island.