This bill enacts a new provision under R.S. 18:18(E) that outlines the responsibilities of the secretary of state regarding the Louisiana Election Code. Specifically, it mandates that the secretary of state must publish a revised final version of the Election Code on their website within thirty days of receiving it from the legislature after a session that results in changes. Additionally, within ninety days of such a session's adjournment, the secretary is required to provide links to all legislative instruments enacted during that session that affect the Election Code, including their effective dates and relevant summaries.
The bill aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of election law changes by ensuring that the public can easily access updated information. It establishes clear deadlines for the publication of both the revised code and the legislative instruments, thereby streamlining the process of informing the public about changes in election law. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or, if not signed, after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.