Elections: precinct maps.

Assembly Member Alanis's legislation would require county registrars of voters to provide free digital maps showing precinct boundaries to any member of the public upon request. The measure builds upon existing requirements for counties to maintain and update precinct maps by specifically mandating digital accessibility.

The bill establishes a framework for state reimbursement to counties for costs associated with implementing these new mapping requirements. Under its provisions, the Commission on State Mandates would evaluate whether the digital map mandate creates reimbursable expenses for local agencies. Counties deemed eligible would receive compensation through established state procedures.

This addition to the Elections Code maintains current timelines and processes for precinct boundary modifications while introducing new public access requirements. County election officials must continue adhering to the 125-day cutoff before elections for boundary changes to take effect, now with the added responsibility of maintaining digital versions of precinct maps for public distribution.