SB 905
Requiring election officials to capture and publish ballot images
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Bill overview
This bill requires West Virginia election officials to capture and publish images of ballots cast in statewide elections. It mandates the use of unique ballot numbers and a space for voters to mark their ballots with a unique identifier. Counties using electronic voting systems must preserve ballot images and cast vote records, which the Secretary of State will then make publicly available on a website, ensuring voter privacy while allowing for verification of election results.
Key provisions
- Requires election officials to capture and publish ballot images.
- Implements unique ballot numbering with a perforated stub.
- Provides a space for voters to mark their ballots with a unique identifier.
- Requires electronic voting systems to capture ballot images.
- Mandates the Secretary of State to publish cast vote records and ballot images on a website.
- Ensures ballot images and records do not include personally identifiable information.
- Specifies a timeframe for publishing results and images.
- Allows for legislative rules to be established regarding the implementation of the bill.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Voters
- West Virginia Election Officials
- County Election Officials
- The Secretary of State
- The Public
Notable changes
- Introduces a system for voters to verify their ballots.
- Requires electronic voting systems to preserve ballot images.
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