Elections, Investigations, Records, and Objections (5495XD) - Secretary of State

This bill (5495XD) updates Iowa's election procedures to enhance transparency and security. It establishes stricter recount thresholds (e.g., requiring a margin of less than 0.15% for statewide measures) and clarifies petition requirements for recounts, directly affecting voters and election officials. Key provisions include mandating tamper-evident seals for all election equipment (Division IV) and requiring immediate notification to the Secretary of State for investigations into election misconduct (Division I). The bill also modifies voter registration cancellation rules (Division II) and election board timing (Division V), aiming to standardize processes across local and statewide elections.