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Committee debates hand-count sample for post-election audits; amendment adopted and bill advanced
Summary
Committee members split over requiring hand counts as part of post-election audits. Some senators argued for a fixed sample (250 or 100 ballots) for reassurance; others cited studies showing hand-count inaccuracy and cautioned against micromanaging counties. The committee adopted an amendment and advanced the bill 6-0.
Senators debated whether to require hand-count sampling as part of post-election audits during a committee hearing that produced an amendment and a favorable committee vote.
Senator Castaneda argued for adding a small manual hand-count — he suggested 250 ballots — to provide public reassurance and spot-check machine accuracy. "Even if it's…
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