Prohibits approval of voting machine or voting system if vendor is foreign company, if domestic vendor exports technology overseas, or due to major non-citizen ownership.
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Overview
This bill aims to strengthen the security and integrity of New Jersey’s voting systems by restricting the approval of voting machines or systems. Specifically, it prohibits the Secretary of State from approving equipment from foreign companies, domestic companies that export technology overseas, or vendors with significant foreign ownership. It also requires a thorough vetting process for all vendors seeking to provide voting systems to the state, including annual compliance reviews. The bill takes effect immediately, but doesn’t affect existing contracts.
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