SB 371
Secretary of State rule relating to loan and grant programs under Help America Vote Act for purchase of voting equipment, election systems, software, services, and upgrades
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Secretary of State to create specific rules governing loan and grant programs under the Help America Vote Act. These programs are intended to help local election officials purchase voting equipment, election systems, software, and related services. The rules will detail how these funds are distributed and managed to ensure efficient and effective use in West Virginia’s elections.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Secretary of State to develop rules for the Help America Vote Act programs.
- Focuses on funding for voting equipment, election systems, software, services, and upgrades.
- Relates to programs administered by the Secretary of State.
- Based on existing authority under West Virginia Code §3-1-48.
- Specifically references 153 CSR 10 as the rule being authorized.
Who is affected
- West Virginia State Government
- West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office
- Local election officials in West Virginia
- Eligible entities seeking voting equipment and election system upgrades
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