Voter registration; list maintenance, third-party data exchanges approved by State Bd. of Elections.

This legislation updates Virginia's process for maintaining accurate voter registration lists. It explicitly authorizes the State Board of Elections to utilize third-party data exchanges to cross-reference and verify voter information, such as residency or eligibility status, against state and federal records. The primary objective is to keep voter rolls up-to-date and reduce the potential for errors or fraudulent registrations. For Arlington residents, this means the local registrar will have more automated tools to ensure voter records are current. While proponents argue this measure enhances election security and efficiency, critics express concerns regarding potential inaccuracies in third-party data that could inadvertently lead to the removal of eligible voters from the registration rolls. Implementation will focus on creating standardized protocols to protect voter privacy and data integrity.