The bill H. 3311 proposes an amendment to the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 7-13-1625, which mandates that any voting system purchased for use in South Carolina must utilize hand-marked paper ballots that are counted by hand. Specifically, it requires that voters be able to mark their ballots by hand and prohibits the use of tabulating equipment for counting these ballots. This change aims to enhance the integrity and transparency of the voting process in the state.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the new requirements do not prevent the purchase of voting systems that include features necessary to comply with other federal and state laws, such as ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities as outlined in the "Help America Vote Act of 2002." The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 7-13-1625
Latest Version: 7-13-1625
12/06/2024: 7-13-1625