Bill > SB6514

This bill addresses irrigation district elections. Key provisions include: - Requiring county assessors to annually provide irrigation districts with a list of qualified electors within the district to help maintain accurate voter rolls. - Allowing any qualified elector in irrigation districts with annual revenues over $1 million to vote by absentee ballot without needing to certify they cannot conveniently vote in person. - Requiring additional election notice and security measures for districts with annual revenues over $1 million, such as direct voter notification, a district website, and specific ballot handling procedures. - Establishing penalties, including gross misdemeanors, for violations of the new election security requirements for the larger districts. - Directing the Secretary of State to adopt model rules and standard practices to assist districts in implementing the new requirements. The bill aims to improve transparency and security of irrigation district elections, particularly for larger districts.