South Carolina H3311 mandates that all voting systems purchased by the state use hand-marked paper ballots counted by hand.

South Carolina H3311 amends the state code to require that any voting system purchased by the state or any state agency must allow voters to mark paper ballots by hand. All paper ballots must be counted by hand, prohibiting the use of tabulating equipment. The bill also ensures that the requirement does not preclude the purchase of voting systems that comply with federal and state laws, including accessibility requirements for individuals with disabilities. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

South Carolina H3311 mandates that all voting systems purchased by the state use hand-marked paper ballots counted by hand.

South Carolina H3311 amends the state code to require that any voting system purchased by the state or any state agency must allow voters to mark paper ballots by hand. All paper ballots must be counted by hand, prohibiting the use of tabulating equipment. The bill also ensures that the requirement does not preclude the purchase of voting systems that comply with federal and state laws, including accessibility requirements for individuals with disabilities. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.