Georgia House Approves SB 214, Initiating Paper Ballot Transition
The Georgia House of Representatives has passed SB 214 with a vote of 132-39, marking a significant shift in the state's voting system. The bill proposes moving from touchscreen ballot-marking devices to hand-marked paper ballots statewide. This change aims to enhance election security and auditability, following over a year of study into election systems. Key provisions include the transition to hand-marked paper ballots scanned by optical systems, a 'ballot on demand' system at polling locations, and expanded audit transparency. The bill also proposes changes to automatic recount thresholds and aims to improve voter experience by allowing certain voters, such as seniors and parents with young children, to move to the front of voting lines. 
