H3311

Paper ballots

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

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.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
4
RRRR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 12, 2025

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Edgerton

Feb 6, 2025

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Frank

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time