Vote Yes on this bill if you want localities to have the option to use ranked choice voting with a quick state feasibility check, statewide rules, approved counting software, voter education, optional audits, clear recount steps, and a review of voting equipment to boost accuracy and transparency.

Organizations that support this bill may include good-government and election reform groups, voting rights organizations, some local governments, and civic-tech and auditing advocates who favor ranked choice voting with clear statewide standards and voter education.

Vote No on this bill if you want to keep current local voting methods, avoid new software and training costs, limit changes that could confuse voters, avoid cost disputes between towns and counties, and stop the state from expanding ranked choice voting rules and guidance.

Organizations that oppose this bill may include some party committees and incumbent-protection groups, taxpayer associations, and election administration groups concerned about added costs, new software and training, and possible voter confusion.