Texas Election Code

§ 129.052 — TRANSPORT OF VOTING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT

EL § 129.052Title 8. VOTING SYSTEMS · Ch. 129. DIRECT RECORDING ELECTRONIC VOTING MACHINES · Art. C. VOTING SYSTEM SECURITY

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(a)The general custodian of election records shall adopt procedures for securely storing and transporting voting system equipment. The procedures shall include provisions for locations outside the direct control of the general custodian of election records, including overnight storage at a polling location. Procedures relating to the chain of custody must require two or more individuals to perform a check and verification check whenever a transfer of custody occurs.

(b)The general custodian of election records shall create a recovery plan to be followed if a breach in security procedures is indicated. This plan must include immediately notifying the secretary of state.

(c)The general custodian of election records shall provide a training plan for relevant election officials, staff, and temporary workers that addresses the procedures authorized under this section. Amended by:

Legislative history

Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 682 (H.B. 2524), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2009.