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This bill updates the oath language for four key election worker roles in Pennsylvania: judges of election, inspectors of election, clerks of election, and machine inspectors. The changes primarily involve replacing the generic placeholder name "(John Doe)" with "(individual's name)" and modifying the specific duties and commitments outlined in each oath. For judges and inspectors of election, the core oath remains largely unchanged, focusing on ensuring only registered and eligible voters are permitted to vote and performing duties impartially. The clerk of election oath has been more substantively revised, removing specific language about recording vote counts and instead emphasizing ensuring a free and fair election, helping registered voters cast their ballots, and directing voters with eligibility questions to the Judge of Elections. The machine inspector oath is the most minimal, essentially committing to faithfully performing duties. All oaths continue to include a declaration that the worker is not betting on or financially interested in the election's outcome. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing time for election boards and workers to familiarize themselves with the updated oath language.

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