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MD SB727
MD SB727Municipal Elections - Qualified Electronic Transmission Systems - Authorization for Use
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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing a municipality to conduct a municipal election through the use of a qualified electronic transmission system; and prohibiting a municipality from using information received from a voter using a qualified electronic transmission system for certain purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes a municipality to conduct a municipal election using a "qualified electronic transmission system," which is defined as a secure electronic system that allows a qualified voter to receive, mark, and return a ballot while ensuring data security and voter integrity through measures like encryption, multi-factor authentication, and the ability to create a paper record. The bill also prohibits municipalities from using any information obtained from a voter through such a system for purposes beyond election administration and collecting statistics on voter participation.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 2/25/2026 ) (on 02/25/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0727?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0727f.pdf |
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