The bill amends section 16.1-06-15 of the North Dakota Century Code to enhance the procedures for conducting and reporting postelection audits. Key changes include the requirement for testing voting systems to be conducted after each statewide primary, general, and special election, rather than just random testing as previously stated. The testing must now include a postelection audit for one randomly selected polling location in each county, which must commence on the sixth day following election day and conclude by the eighth day. The county auditor is responsible for appointing an election board to conduct the audit, which will review ballots from various contests and report any discrepancies to the secretary of state.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the election board must prepare the ballots for storage and submit the audit results to the secretary of state for publication. The new language emphasizes the importance of transparency and accuracy in the electoral process, ensuring that any discrepancies found during the audit can lead to further investigations if necessary. Overall, these amendments aim to strengthen the integrity of the voting process in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 16.1-06-15
Adopted by the Senate State and Local Government Committee: 16.1-06-15
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 16.1-06-15
Enrollment: 16.1-06-15