This bill mandates that the Secretary of State enter into a membership agreement with the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC) to facilitate the sharing of voter information from the statewide centralized voter registration database and other relevant data sources. The agreement aims to compare duplicate voter information across states and improve the accuracy of voter registration data. The bill specifies that the agreement must be effective by January 31, 2026, and outlines the responsibilities of the Secretary of State, including ensuring data security and confidentiality, receiving reports on duplicate voter information, and contacting eligible citizens about voter registration.

Additionally, the bill provides for funding through federal sources, including grants from the Help America Vote Act of 2002, to cover the costs associated with the implementation of this agreement. The initial fee for joining ERIC is set at $25,000, with potential annual costs ranging from $37,000 to $174,000. The fiscal impact of the bill includes indeterminable expenditures related to data security, staffing needs, and compliance with federal funding rules. The bill does not authorize any new positions but may necessitate additional staff to manage the increased responsibilities.