AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- LOCAL CANVASSING AUTHORITIES

Summary

The law requires each Rhode Island city and town to appoint a three‑member bipartisan canvassing authority, with limited party representation and alternates, to oversee local election functions. Members serve fixed six‑year terms that expire on a staggered schedule, and the board is empowered to handle voter registration, list maintenance, and to designate a chief local election official. The changes aim to increase transparency and consistency in how local election duties are performed.

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