The proposed bill would update current statutes by requiring the county recorder to provide public access to voter registration rolls through an internet portal at no cost, thereby eliminating any fees currently charged for access. It also mandates that county election officials provide electronic access to voter registration information and official precinct lists for non-commercial purposes, contingent upon the requester establishing an electronic profile and attesting to the intended use. Additionally, the bill removes the prohibition on distributing voter registration information online and introduces requirements for timely reporting of voting location ballot data.

Moreover, the bill modifies existing language to enhance clarity and efficiency in the management of voter registration data. It updates the timeline for delivering precinct lists to county chairpersons and allows for expanded post-election ballot hand counts at the discretion of the county board of supervisors. The bill also clarifies the criteria for determining the number of registered voters needed for various electoral processes, ensuring that these calculations remain consistent and current. Overall, these updates aim to improve transparency and accessibility in the electoral process while maintaining protections for voter information.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-168
Senate Engrossed Version: 16-161, 16-168, 16-244, 16-322, 16-407.04, 16-602, 16-821, 45-415, 45-433, 39-121.03, 103-31, 16-134, 16-452, 107-252, 16-804, 16-801, 16-803, 15-1441, 16-621, 16-248, 38-291, 19-111
House Engrossed Version: 16-161, 16-168, 16-244, 16-322, 16-407.04, 16-602, 16-821, 45-415, 45-433, 39-121.03, 103-31, 16-134, 16-452, 107-252, 16-804, 16-801, 16-803, 15-1441, 16-621, 16-248, 38-291, 19-111