Election Bill Rubric: 11 questions to ask as you craft and assess legislation.

• Author: Draeger, Saige

Election legislation is nuanced and complex--a seemingly small change can have ripple effects that extend throughout the voting process, be it before, during or after an election.

With straightforward questions in five key areas, NCSL's Election Bill Rubric can help you craft and assess effective legislation.

VOTERS

* Would this bill have disparate effects on particular groups of voters?

* Would it affect turnout?

* How might it affect voter confidence?

ELECTION ADMINISTRATORS

* How might election officials feel about this bill?

* How might this bill change their timelines, workload or other responsibilities?

COSTS AND FUNDING

* How much would implementation cost?

* Who will pay for it?

SECURITY

* How might this bill affect...