This bill amends current law regarding the use of accessible voting systems by requiring city or town clerks to provide specific public notices about the availability of these systems. It introduces new legal language that mandates clerks to post a notice on their website and in one additional public location between 90 and 180 days before an election if they believe that the accessible voting system will not be utilized by any registered voters. The notice must inform the public that the accessible voting system will not be available on election day unless a registered voter notifies the clerk in writing of their intent to use the system at least 60 days prior to the election.

The bill aims to enhance transparency and ensure that voters who may require accessible voting options are adequately informed about their availability. The effective date of this act is set for 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by the Senate: 659:20-b
Version adopted by both bodies: 659:20-b