House Bill 139 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to establish restrictions on the use of internet for voting purposes. Specifically, it introduces a new subsection (d) to Section 2-9-110, which states that voting equipment and machines are prohibited from transmitting or receiving ballots over the internet, with the exception of provisions made for military members and overseas citizens as outlined in Chapter 6, Part 5 of the code.

The bill emphasizes the importance of securing the voting process by limiting the use of online methods for casting ballots, thereby ensuring that traditional voting methods remain the primary means of participation in elections. This legislation is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, highlighting its urgency in maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2-9-110