Establishes an online nomination paper portal for election nomination papers in Rhode Island.

This bill amends the nomination process for party and independent candidates in Rhode Island by introducing an online nomination paper portal. Voters can electronically sign nomination papers through this portal for any candidate they are eligible to vote for in the general election. The electronic signature is considered equivalent to a written signature. The bill sets requirements for the portal, including accessibility standards and the handling of suspected forged signatures.

Establishes an online nomination paper portal for election nomination papers in Rhode Island.

This bill amends the nomination process for party and independent candidates in Rhode Island by introducing an online nomination paper portal. Voters can electronically sign nomination papers through this portal for any candidate they are eligible to vote for in the general election. The electronic signature is considered equivalent to a written signature. The bill sets requirements for the portal, including accessibility standards and the handling of suspected forged signatures.