This bill amends Section 3-130 of Title 26 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to post-election audits. It mandates that the Secretary of the State Election Board direct all county election boards to conduct post-election audits for specified elections, thereby enhancing the security of the election system by ensuring accurate vote tabulation. The bill modifies the language regarding the authority of the Secretary of the State Election Board, specifying that they will direct the county election boards to perform these audits for elections on designated dates. Additionally, it updates the definition of a post-election audit to clarify that it involves a manual or electronic examination of ballots conducted under the Secretary's prescribed policies.
The bill also outlines that the method, timing, and procedures for conducting these audits will be determined by the Secretary of the State Election Board, and requires county election boards to report their findings to the Secretary, making these reports available to the public. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025.