S 3528 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "New Jersey Elections Security Act."

This bill requires New Jersey counties to replace electronic voting machines with paper ballot systems when updating equipment. It mandates specific standards for these systems, including voter-marked ballots, certified equipment, cast vote records, and compliance with federal guidelines. Counties must retain all paper ballots for two years and conduct risk-limiting audits for election results verification. The law directly affects all New Jersey counties implementing the new system, focusing on enhancing election security through verifiable paper trails and statistical audits. Funding for equipment costs is authorized, with counties permitted to sell decommissioned machines to recoup expenses.
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Introduced Feb 19, 2026 Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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