This bill aims to amend the West Virginia Code by mandating the use of paper ballots in all elections and eliminating electronic voting systems. Specifically, it introduces a new section, 3-1-52, which stipulates that all elections must utilize hand-counted paper ballots, thereby prohibiting any form of electronic voting. Additionally, the bill requires voters to present a government-issued photographic identification card to be eligible to vote, ensuring that identification is verified before casting a ballot.

Furthermore, the bill repeals multiple sections related to electronic voting systems, effectively dismantling the framework that previously allowed for their use. This includes the repeal of provisions that governed the adoption, operation, and oversight of electronic voting systems, thereby reinforcing the shift towards a paper-based voting process. The overall intent of the legislation is to enhance the integrity and security of the voting process in West Virginia by reverting to traditional voting methods.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 3-1-49, 3-1-52, 3-4A-1, 3-4A-2, 3-4A-3, 3-4A-4, 3-4A-5, 3-4A-6, 3-4A-7, 3-4A-8, 3-4A-9, 3-4A-9a, 3-4A-9b, 3-4A-10, 3-4A-10a, 3-4A-11a, 3-4A-13, 3-4A-14, 3-4A-15, 3-4A-16, 3-4A-17, 3-4A-18, 3-4A-19, 3-4A-19a, 3-4A-20, 3-4A-22, 3-4A-23, 3-4A-24, 3-4A-24a, 3-4A-25, 3-4A-26, 3-4A-27, 3-4A-28, 3-4A-29, 3-4A-30, 3-4A-31, 3-4A-32, 3-4A-33, 3-4A-34