Elections-Tech

AI Summary

The "ELECTIONS-TECH" bill aims to modernize and improve technology used in elections. It focuses on enhancing election security, increasing accessibility for voters with disabilities, and promoting transparency in the electoral process. The key provisions include funding for states to upgrade voting systems, requirements for paper ballots and post-election audits, measures to protect voter information, and support for cybersecurity training. The bill seeks to ensure fairer and more secure elections by leveraging technology advancements while safeguarding against potential cyber threats and ensuring all eligible voters can participate in the democratic process effectively.

• 2022-12-05: Prefiled with Clerk by Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch

• 2023-01-12: First Reading

• 2023-01-12: Referred to Rules Committee

• 2023-02-23: Assigned to Executive Committee

• 2023-03-01: Do Pass / Short Debate Executive Committee; 011-000-000

• 2023-03-01: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate **

• 2023-03-21: Second Reading - Short Debate

• 2023-03-21: Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate **

• 2023-03-27: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee