The National Parliament of Bangladesh passed the 'Voter List (Amendment) Bill, 2026' on Monday, April 6, 2026, through a voice vote during the 13th parliamentary session. The bill aims to ensure voting rights for citizens by allowing those who turn 18 before the announcement of the election schedule to be included in the voter list. The Speaker presented the proposed amendments, and as there were no objections, clauses 2, 3, and 4, along with the title and preamble, were adopted by voice vote.

Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Asaduzzaman introduced the bill, stating that the amendment was brought to uphold the principle of universal suffrage. The Deputy Speaker conducted the session, and the bill was unanimously approved by members present.

The new law completes the process initiated with the 'Voter List Ordinance, 2025,' which was issued last year to amend the 'Voter List Act, 2009.'