MONTGOMERY — Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is backing legislation introduced by Representative Jamie Kiel that aims to strengthen voter data privacy and establish clearer standards for the cost and use of the state’s voter list.
House Bill 67 proposes keeping the personal information of registered voters confidential by restricting which data may be released. The bill also sets a cap of $1,000.00 for the purchase of Alabama’s voter list and prohibits using voter information for commercial purposes.
According to Secretary Allen, the measure is designed to reinforce long-standing efforts to protect sensitive voter data.
“HB 67 prohibits the release of voters’ driver license numbers, voter identification numbers, email addresses, month and day of birth, and phone numbers,” Allen said. “Protecting the personal data of Alabama voters has been a top priority since day one of my Administration. HB 67 furthers this objective in a significant way.”
Under current regulations, Alabama’s voter list is sold at a rate of one cent per voter record, with a minimum charge of $1.00. Allen noted that HB 67 seeks to update the fee structure while bringing Alabama more in line with surrounding states.
“HB 67 is rooted in government accountability and transparency. Its passage will establish a clear standard by statutorily aligning the maximum cost for purchasing Alabama’s voter list with our neighboring Southeastern states,” he said.
Representative Kiel echoed the bill’s focus on voter privacy, stating that the legislation reflects a commitment to safeguarding the personal information of Alabama residents.
“I am proud to sponsor HB 67 because Alabama voters deserve to have their personal data protected,” Kiel said. “HB 67 safeguards Alabama voters by keeping their personal information confidential and prohibiting the commercial use of voter registration records.”
Secretary Allen, Alabama’s 54th Secretary of State and the state’s Chief Elections Official, has emphasized that voter data protection remains a key responsibility of the office, which carries more than 1,000 statutory duties.
