AN ACT to amend and reenact section 16.1-06-15 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to conducting and reporting postelection audits.

SB 2175 requires North Dakota counties to conduct mandatory pre-election testing of voting systems at least one week before each election, using preaudited ballots to verify accuracy and detect errors. It also mandates random post-election audits in each county within six to eight days after voting, reviewing results from federal, statewide, legislative, and county contests. These audits must be performed by appointed election boards using logic and accuracy testing procedures, with results submitted to the Secretary of State for public reporting. The law directly affects county auditors, election officials, and the Secretary of State’s office, ensuring transparency in election results verification. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on March 19, 2025.