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VA HB907

VA HB907
Voting equipment and systems; State Board approval process, printed receipt for cast ballot.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/22/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Elections; voting equipment and systems; State Board approval process; printed receipt for cast ballot. Requires voting systems approved by the State Board of Elections to produce a printed receipt for each voter who has cast a ballot that shows the date and time the voter's ballot was cast, the voter's number corresponding to the order in which ballots were cast, and a list of all the voter's selections on the ballot as recorded by the voting system.

AI Summary

This bill amends Virginia's election code to require that voting systems approved by the State Board of Elections produce a printed receipt for each voter who casts a ballot. The receipt must include specific details: the date and time the ballot was cast, a unique voter number indicating the order of ballot casting, and a comprehensive list of all selections made on the ballot as recorded by the voting system. The bill is part of a broader regulatory framework that establishes detailed requirements for electronic voting systems, including ensuring voter privacy, preventing multiple votes for the same candidate, providing clear voting instructions, and maintaining the security and functionality of voting equipment. The proposed change adds a new provision (Section 15) to the existing law, which already outlines extensive criteria for voting system approval, such as accuracy of vote counting, accessibility for voters with disabilities, and protection against potential fraud. By mandating these printed receipts, the bill aims to enhance voter transparency and provide a tangible record of each individual's voting choices.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Left in Privileges and Elections (on 11/18/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?251+sum+HB907
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/HB907/text/HB907
Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/24 24103360D https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/legacy/1001275.PDF
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