House Bill No. 856, introduced by Representative Mike Johnson, amends R.S. 18:1366(4) to enhance the responsibilities of the secretary of state regarding voting systems. The bill stipulates that the secretary of state shall be responsible for all ballot programming and adds the requirement for maintenance and repair of new voting systems. Additionally, it limits the use of third-party vendors to support services only, ensuring that the primary responsibilities for the voting systems remain with the state.

This legislation aims to streamline the management of voting systems by consolidating responsibilities under the secretary of state, thereby potentially improving the efficiency and reliability of the voting process. The changes reflect a commitment to maintaining high standards for voting systems and ensuring that they are adequately supported and maintained by state officials.

Statutes affected:
HB856 Original: 18:1366(4)
HB856 Engrossed: 18:1366(4)