Connecticut Senate Bill SB00792

Connecticut 2015 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/26/15
• Refer: 1/26/15

Caption

An Act Concerning Real-time Submission Of Election Results To The Secretary Of The State By Towns.

Impact

If passed, SB00792 would require significant changes to existing election reporting practices across towns in the state. By instituting a computerized system, the legislation would improve the speed and accuracy of results reporting. The intention is to reduce the waiting time for final election results, which can often lead to public speculation and anxiety regarding electoral outcomes. Supporters argue that this will promote public trust in the electoral process and increase accountability among election officials.

Summary

SB00792 aims to enhance the efficiency and transparency of election processes by mandating real-time submission of election results from towns to the Secretary of the State. The bill proposes the development of a computerized system that would allow election moderators to send results electronically immediately after the polls close. This initiative is designed to speed up the reporting of election outcomes, thus providing timely information to the public and stakeholders.

Contention

However, the bill may face challenges related to implementation. There are concerns regarding the readiness of towns to adopt and operate such systems, including potential financial implications for technology investments and training local election officials. Opponents might argue that the requirement could create disparities between towns, particularly those with less technological infrastructure. Additionally, ensuring cybersecurity and protecting the integrity of election results in a digital environment is likely to be a topic of debate as the bill progresses through the legislative process.