# Georgia Lawmakers Overhaul Voting System

Georgia state lawmakers are preparing a comprehensive overhaul of the state's voting system ahead of the 2028 elections, focusing on transitioning to hand-marked paper ballots to enhance election security and resilience. The initiative addresses critical procurement considerations including equipment maintenance, software updates, voter privacy protections amid advancing AI technologies, and defense against foreign cyber interference. The selection process prioritizes vendors capable of providing long-term support and transparent security protocols adaptable to evolving threats, signaling significant upcoming procurement opportunities for election technology providers.

- The Georgia Secretary of State's Office and State Senate are leading the procurement planning, with input from cybersecurity experts and election officials.
- Procurement professionals should anticipate requirements emphasizing cybersecurity resilience, vendor transparency, and adaptability to emerging technologies such as AI.
- Vendors specializing in secure election equipment, software maintenance, and cybersecurity services may find strategic opportunities in Georgia's multi-year voting system modernization.
- Organizations should prepare for a procurement timeline aligned with the 2028 election cycle, focusing on compliance with state and federal cybersecurity standards including guidance from CISA and FBI.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 20, 2026

### Government Entities
- Georgia Secretary of State's Office
- Georgia State Senate
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

### Sources
- [Lawmakers mull cybersecurity concerns as they prepare for overhaul of Georgia’s voting system | Chattanooga Times Free Press](https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/sep/19/lawmakers-mull-cybersecurity-concerns-as-they) - Chattanooga Times Free Press