House Bill No. 7129, now Public Act No. 25-5, amends Section 9-239 of the general statutes regarding the acquisition and transfer of voting tabulators and accessories. The bill introduces new provisions that allow the fiscal authority in each municipality to authorize payments for the purchase or lease of voting tabulators by the officials responsible for their provision. Additionally, it establishes that the Secretary of the State can directly purchase voting tabulators or accessories from manufacturers and transfer ownership of these items to municipal officials responsible for their use.

The bill repeals the existing language in Section 9-239 and replaces it with updated provisions that clarify the roles of both municipal officials and the Secretary of the State in the procurement and distribution of voting equipment. The new language emphasizes the Secretary's ability to facilitate the acquisition of voting tabulators and accessories, thereby streamlining the process for municipalities to ensure they have the necessary equipment for elections.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 9-239
GAE Joint Favorable: 9-239
File No. 366: 9-239
Public Act No. 25-5: 9-239