Bill > H842

This bill amends Massachusetts election law by introducing new requirements for ballot drop boxes to enhance their security. Specifically, the bill mandates that every election officer in a city or town must provide 24-hour video surveillance for each unattended ballot drop box within their jurisdiction, with a sign clearly indicating that the drop box is under constant surveillance. The surveillance cameras can be motion-activated, must record footage, and must be operational during all types of elections. The recorded video footage can be stored either in cloud storage or a physical location, as determined by the local jurisdiction, and must be retained for a minimum of 22 months after the election it records. These provisions aim to increase transparency and deter potential ballot tampering by ensuring continuous monitoring of ballot drop boxes and creating a lasting record of their usage.

Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H842