ELEC CD-WEBSITE INFORMATION

The bill requires each election authority in Illinois to have a website where they must regularly update election results and information about mail-in ballots. Specifically, they need to update the results whenever new votes are counted or at least every 12 hours. Additionally, they must provide updates on mail-in ballots that have been requested, received, or rejected, also every 12 hours.

Supporters of the bill argue that it enhances transparency in the electoral process by ensuring that voters have timely access to critical information about election results and mail-in voting status. They believe this will build public trust in the election system and encourage voter participation.

Critics may argue that the bill imposes unnecessary burdens on election authorities, potentially diverting resources from other important election-related tasks. They might also express concerns about the feasibility of maintaining such frequent updates, especially in high-turnout elections.