Senate Bill 924 authorizes the Elections Commission to provide grants to municipalities for the purchase of election supplies and equipment, such as electronic poll books and accessibility tools. Municipalities must apply for these grants at least 180 days before a general election and agree to have the commission conduct at least one random inspection of the purchased supplies and equipment. The bill specifies grant amounts based on municipality population, with a minimum grant of $250. Additionally, counties can apply for grants on behalf of municipalities and administer them if authorized.
The bill also mandates that the Elections Commission conduct an audit of the grant program within 90 days after each general election and submit a report to the legislature. New legal provisions are created under sections 5.05 (11r) and 20.510 (1) (ff) of the statutes to facilitate these grants and ensure proper oversight and funding for election-related supplies and equipment.