Bill > A00296

This bill improves transparency regarding boards of elections, making them subject to open meetings requirements, and requiring additional transparency during the tabulation of votes. It mandates that determinations regarding poll sites and ballot form/content be proposed publicly for comment, and ensures that poll watchers from any affiliation can observe the process. The bill also requires boards of elections to hold public hearings after elections to receive feedback, and increases the number of watchers allowed at polling places and election audits. Overall, the bill aims to enhance voter centricity and the openness of the electoral process.