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HB 4131

ELEC CD-SECURITY EXPENDITURES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Crawford and 1 co-sponsor

HB 4131 establishes cybersecurity spending authority for Illinois election officials to protect voting systems from cyber threats with clear statutory guidelines and budget parameters.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4131

Legislative bill overview

HB 4131 addresses election code provisions related to cybersecurity expenditures in Illinois. The bill appears to establish or modify rules governing how election authorities can spend funds on security measures to protect election infrastructure and systems from cyber threats.

Why is this important

Election cybersecurity has become a critical national priority following documented foreign interference attempts and evolving domestic threats to voting systems. Clear statutory authority and spending guidelines for cybersecurity help ensure election officials have adequate resources and legal clarity to implement protective measures while maintaining voter confidence in election integrity.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget allocation clarity: Disagreement over whether cybersecurity spending caps or requirements are appropriate, and whether they adequately fund necessary protections versus creating unfunded mandates
  • State vs. local responsibility: Questions about whether the state should fund local election authority cybersecurity needs or whether counties should bear these costs independently
  • Oversight mechanisms: Debate over what level of state oversight, reporting requirements, or accountability measures should accompany cybersecurity expenditures to prevent waste or misuse of funds

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

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