Bill > HB0245

This bill mandates that counties in Wyoming must use paper ballots and pens as the default method for in-person voting in all elections. The county clerk is required to provide voters with a paper ballot and pen to mark their votes privately. However, the bill allows an exception for electronic ballot marking devices to be used by individuals with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. These electronic devices must comply with federal accessibility requirements and can only be used as an assistive tool, not as the primary voting method. The bill amends several existing election-related statutes to incorporate this new requirement, ensuring that while counties may still have some flexibility in voting technology, paper ballots will now be the standard approach. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving counties time to prepare for the transition. The bill aims to standardize and potentially enhance voting transparency and accessibility by emphasizing traditional paper ballot voting while still providing accommodations for voters with disabilities.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0245