SF 28: Elections-voting machine and voting system tests.
SF 28 status: Enacted — Assigned Chapter Number 104 (updated Mar 8, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill clarifies the procedure for testing voting machines and electronic voting systems, including public notice requirements and the presence of representatives and members of the public during testing. Specifies that all voting machines and electronic voting systems must be individually tested and prepared for el...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No material impact on environmental regulations
Risks
- No material impact on environmental regulations
Economy
Benefits
- Improved public trust in election outcomes
Risks
- Potential minor increase in administrative costs for county election officials
Society
Benefits
- Increases transparency in voting machine preparation
- Provides legal channels for stakeholders to challenge machine readiness
Risks
- Increased procedural burden may delay election preparation timelines
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
New challenge period may introduce post-testing administrative delays
Analysis is based solely on the OpenStates abstract
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