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SB 3113

AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Bissaillon and 5 co-sponsors

SB 3113 establishes new standards for Rhode Island voting equipment and election conduct procedures, affecting administration practices and equipment requirements.

06/10/2026 Signed by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 3113

Legislative bill overview

SB 3113 modifies Rhode Island's election procedures and voting equipment regulations. The bill addresses conduct standards during elections and establishes requirements for voting equipment and supplies management. Specific provisions would affect how elections are administered and what standards voting machinery must meet.

Why is this important

Election administration directly impacts voter access, election integrity, and public confidence in democratic processes. Changes to voting equipment standards and election conduct rules can affect everything from ballot security to voter experience to operational costs for election officials.

Potential points of contention

  • Voting equipment costs and modernization – New equipment standards may require significant financial investment from municipalities, raising questions about who bears implementation costs
  • Election security vs. accessibility balance – Stricter equipment or conduct requirements could enhance security but potentially complicate voting access for certain populations
  • Election official discretion – Changes to conduct standards may either restrict or expand how local election officials manage polling places, affecting consistency across the state

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

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