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HB 5529

AN ACT CONCERNING POLL BOOKS FOR THE CHECKING OF ELECTORS AT ELECTIONS, PRIMARIES AND REFERENDA.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amy Morrin Bello and 1 co-sponsor

HB 5529 modifies Connecticut's poll book procedures for voter verification at elections, primaries, and referenda, affecting how election officials register and track voter participation.

FILE NO. 546
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Bill Summary · HB 5529

Legislative bill overview

HB 5529 modifies procedures and requirements for poll books—the official registers used by election officials to verify voter eligibility and record who has cast ballots at elections, primaries, and referenda. The bill addresses how these critical election administration documents are prepared, maintained, and used during voting.

Why is this important

Poll books are fundamental to election integrity, ensuring each registered voter casts only one ballot and preventing duplicate voting. Any changes to poll book procedures directly affect voter verification processes, election worker administration, and the accuracy of electoral records at the state and local level.

Potential points of contention

  • Modernization vs. security trade-offs: Proposals to update poll book technology or formats may conflict with concerns about cybersecurity, paper trail requirements, or accessibility for election workers unfamiliar with new systems
  • Administrative burden on municipalities: Depending on requirements imposed, smaller towns may face increased costs, training demands, or compliance challenges compared to larger jurisdictions
  • Partisan implications: Changes to voter verification procedures can be viewed as either strengthening election security or creating barriers to participation, depending on political perspective and specific provisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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