This bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to enhance the examination and approval process for electronic voting systems by the Secretary of the Commonwealth. Key provisions include a requirement for the Secretary to assess the functionality, security, and accessibility of these systems, and to provide public notice of examinations at least thirty days in advance. The bill mandates that the Secretary's reports on the examination results be made publicly accessible on the Department of State's website, including audiovisual recordings of the examination process. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section requiring county boards to report any malfunctions or certifications of electronic voting systems within sixty days of an election, detailing the nature and impact of any issues encountered.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the Department of State to post these malfunction reports on its website within one hundred five days of an election, with allowances for redactions to protect sensitive information. The act also renumbers an existing section related to construction within the election code. Overall, the bill aims to improve transparency and accountability in the use of electronic voting systems in Pennsylvania elections.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 858 (May 30, 2025): P.L.1333, No.320