This bill, titled "Relating to electronic vote counting systems," seeks to amend Section 17-7-21 of the Code of Alabama 1975. The amendment would prohibit the use of electronic vote counting systems that are capable of connection to the Internet or cell phone networks or that possess modem technology. The bill specifies various requirements for electronic vote counting systems, such as ensuring voting secrecy, allowing voters to vote for all persons and offices they are entitled to vote for, and accurately counting votes. The bill also requires that the systems are not capable of connecting to the Internet or cell phone networks and do not possess modem technology. If passed, the bill would become effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor or its otherwise becoming law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17-7-21
Enrolled: 17-7-21