The bill CCRHB962 addresses regulations surrounding the preparation, verification, tabulation, and counting of absentee by mail and early voting ballots. It introduces new provisions that prohibit the recording or filming of these processes, as well as the live broadcasting of the preparation, testing, inspecting, sealing, and locking of voting machines. Specifically, the bill amends existing law to include prohibitions on video, audio, or tape recording, filming, or broadcasting during these electoral processes, ensuring that such activities do not compromise the integrity of the voting system.

Additionally, the bill modifies the requirements for the presence of parish board members during the preparation and verification processes. It mandates that if a majority of the board is not present, the board must seek approval from the commissioner of elections to appoint additional parish board commissioners to assist. This change aims to enhance oversight and ensure that all electoral procedures are conducted in compliance with established regulations. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the security and transparency of the electoral process while maintaining strict controls on the documentation and observation of voting activities.

Statutes affected:
HB962 Original: 18:423(I), 18:1302(2), 18:1313(B), 18:1(B)
HB962 Engrossed: 18:423(I), 18:1302(2), 18:1313(B), 18:1(B)
HB962 Reengrossed: 18:423(I), 18:1302(2), 18:1313(B), 18:1(B)
HB962 Enrolled: 18:423(I), 18:1302(2), 18:1313(B), 18:1(B)
HB962 Act 754: 18:423(I), 18:1302(2), 18:1313(B), 18:1(B)