Due to Chairwoman Millender-McDonald’s absence we have  temporarily delayed action today on this important bipartisan measure. However, the committee will move this piece of widely supported legislation forward in a timely manner. We are working with stake holders to address any possible questions they may have, and I believe that any issues will be addressed as the bill moves through the committee process. I want to ensure that what we produce in the end is a common sense approach which earns voter confidence and makes for a transparent, reliable, and accurate system for casting and counting ballots.