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NC H816

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/18/2023

Primary Sponsor

Grey Mills

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes certified poll observers appointed under G.S. 163-45 to witness the setup of voting places before voting begins at early one-stop voting sites and on election day.

  • Requires the State Board of Elections to adopt rules for precinct officials regarding voting place setup that emphasize multiparty monitoring, security of ballots and equipment, and appearance of impartial election administration.

  • Specifies that poll observers may witness but not participate in the voting place setup procedures.

  • Clarifies that county boards of elections and precinct officials must adhere to the rules adopted by the State Board of Elections.

  • Effective upon enactment and applies to all elections conducted on or after that date.

Legislative Description

Poll Observers

Confidentiality; Elections; Personnel; Political Parties; Privacy; Public; Public Records; Records; Ballots & Ballot Issues

Last Action

Ref to the Com on Election Law and Campaign Finance Reform, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

4/19/2023

Committee Referrals

Election Law and Campaign Finance Reform4/19/2023

Full Bill Text

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