New York state is exploring the use of blockchain technology to enhance election security by introducing a new bill. Assembly Bill A7716 mandates a comprehensive study on the implementation of blockchain for voter data protection, with potential implications for future elections. The bill, spearheaded by Assemblyman Clyde Vanel (D-33), will require multiple agencies and cybersecurity experts to assess blockchain’s role in ensuring election integrity. Notably, the legislation outlines a multi-agency collaboration involving the New York State Board of Elections and the Office of Information Technology Services, with input from subject matter experts on blockchain, cybersecurity, voter fraud, and election systems. The study is expected to offer recommendations within a year based on expert insights, and it will delve into the technology’s strengths and weaknesses in safeguarding election records. This move comes amidst growing national interest in blockchain’s potential for public sector applications, with New York’s A7716 potentially positioning the state at the forefront of this innovation.