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HB 6003

AN ACT REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF THE STATE TO REPORT ON THE ELECTION INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Vin Candelora

Connecticut bill directs Secretary of State to report on the state's Election Information Security Analyst role, responsibilities, and funding.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Government Administration and Elections
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Bill Summary · HB 6003

Legislative bill overview

HB 6003 requires Connecticut's Secretary of State to produce a report on the Election Information Security Analyst position, including details about the role's responsibilities, funding, staffing, and operational structure. The bill appears focused on establishing transparency and accountability regarding this cybersecurity position within the state's election administration system.

Why is this important

Election security has become a significant concern for both policymakers and the public across partisan lines. A detailed report on the state's election security personnel and practices provides lawmakers with information needed to assess whether current resources adequately protect voting infrastructure and data. This transparency can help identify potential gaps or areas needing additional investment in election integrity measures.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and resource allocation: The report requirement itself is relatively neutral, but disputes may emerge over whether the findings justify increased funding for cybersecurity positions or whether existing resources are sufficient
  • Partisan election security debates: Some may view the report as either inadequately addressing election vulnerabilities or unnecessarily amplifying security concerns to justify expanded oversight
  • Scope of the position: Questions may arise about whether one analyst position is adequate for statewide election security or if the report will recommend structural changes to election administration

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

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