Relates to the authority of the state board of elections to issue subpoenas

This bill (A 811) clarifies the process for the state board of elections to enforce election laws. It directly affects the state board of elections and its chief enforcement counsel, who investigates alleged election violations. Key provisions require the chief enforcement counsel to request the board’s authorization to use subpoena powers for investigations, with the board required to act within 20 days or the authority automatically transfers. If the board fails to act, the chief counsel gains subpoena authority immediately. The bill also mandates the board issue implementing rules within 30 days of enactment.