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August 20, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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Lane County is gearing up for the November election with 105 finalized ballot styles and a new tracking system to keep voters informed every step of the way.

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Lane County elections office readies November mail ballots, ballot‑tracking and drop‑box plans
County Clerk Tommy Gong briefed the board on Nov. 3 preparations: finalized ballot styles, about 281,000 ballots to be mailed Oct. 15, roughly 2,200 military/overseas ballots to be mailed this week, a pilot of ballot‑tracking and discussion of up to three additional drop boxes funded by a Secretary of State emergency grant.
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September 22, 2026 at 5:58 AM
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Bucks County is making voting easier than ever by expanding on-demand mail-in ballot services and adding drop boxes at local community college campuses and the Warminster library!

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Bucks County board votes to add on‑demand mail‑in voting sites, increase drop boxes from 3 to 7
The Bucks County Board of Elections approved placing on‑demand mail‑in ballot services and ballot drop boxes at three community college campuses and the Warminster library, increasing county sites from three to seven to ease access for voters with limited mobility or scheduling conflicts.
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September 10, 2026 at 1:36 AM
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Luzerne County is gearing up for a smooth transition to the newly certified Vanguard voting system, with critical staff and poll-worker training set to kick off this fall!

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Luzerne County elections director says state certified Vanguard voting system; staff and poll-worker training set for fall
The county elections director told the board the Department of State has certified Vanguard voting equipment, delivery is expected next week, staff training will start in early September and poll-worker training will begin the first week of October.
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August 26, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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Kootenai County is making a major shift in its voting process as it transitions to a new system from Hart InterCivic for the upcoming November general election!

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Commissioners approve termination of Hart support agreement; county to use Hart InterCivic system in November
The board approved terminating software support with Election Systems and Software and the county plans to transition to a new voting system from Hart InterCivic for the November general election.
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August 20, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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Kootenai County is making a bold move by terminating its contract with ES&S to embrace a new voting system from Hart InterCivic!

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Kootenai County approves termination of ES&S maintenance agreement after purchase of Hart InterCivic system
The board authorized sending a termination letter to Election Systems & Software (ES&S) to end hardware maintenance and software license support before the Oct. 1 renewal after the county purchased a new voting system through Hart InterCivic.
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August 12, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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Cobb County is shaking up its voting game with a new 13-location advance in-person plan, but will the drop box distribution meet the needs of all voters?

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Board approves 13-location advance in-person voting plan after dispute over drop-box placement
Cobb County approved a 13-location advance in-person (AIP) voting schedule; board members debated how to distribute six statutorily capped physical drop boxes, with disagreement over coverage in Northeast/East Cobb and whether Tim Lee Senior Center should host a drop box.
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August 11, 2026 at 4:32 AM
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The DeKalb County Board just approved 20 early voting sites and extended Sunday hours to make voting more accessible than ever!

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DeKalb elections board approves 20 early-voting sites, extends Sunday hours
The DeKalb County Board of Registration and Elections approved 20 early voting sites for the Nov. 3 general election and amended Sunday hours to 12 p.m.–6 p.m. to match Saturday hours; the board unanimously authorized staff to add sites as available.
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July 15, 2026 at 1:42 AM
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Teton County has taken a bold step in modernizing its voting system by connecting e-poll check-ins to the statewide voter registration database, but privacy concerns linger.

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Teton County approves interagency e‑poll agreement amid data‑privacy questions
Teton County commissioners unanimously approved an interagency agreement with the Wyoming Secretary of State to connect local e‑poll check‑in systems with the statewide voter registration system after staff said the county will not release non‑public data fields; the clerk reminded the board the party‑affiliation filing deadline is May 13.
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April 14, 2026 at 5:05 AM
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Bihar's Voter List Revolution: A Model for India?

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October 6, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Pottawattamie County is investing $600,000 in new voting machines to ensure a smooth election process—could this be the upgrade that changes everything?

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Pottawattamie supervisors approve ES&S election machine purchase, roughly $600,000
The board approved the bid from ES&S for new election machines and authorized the chair to sign a purchase agreement for approximately $600,000 to replace county voting equipment.
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April 2, 2026 at 9:46 PM
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Polk County’s election office is embracing innovation with QR-code results reporting while proposing a pay raise for poll workers—how will these changes shape the upcoming elections?

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Polk County auditor highlights election office upgrades, QR-code results and poll-worker pay proposal
County Auditor Jamie Fitzgerald described the new election office, said the 2026 budget will fluctuate with election-year costs, highlighted QR-code unofficial results reporting and suggested a decision package to raise poll-worker pay; county administration recommended approval of the budget.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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Michigan is revolutionizing voter accessibility for military members by allowing them to return ballots electronically using a secure Common Access Card (CAC).

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Michigan implements electronic ballot return system for military voters using CAC technology
Michigan finalizes rules allowing electronic ballot return for military voters via CAC signatures.
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June 12, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Jim Wells County is stepping up its voting game with new machines and software support, expanding to 14 locations and streamlining operations—big changes are on the horizon!

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County to buy new voting equipment; master agreement with Hart Intercivic approved and financing authorized
Commissioners authorized a master agreement with Hart Intercivic for voting hardware and software support and approved a $348,059 finance contract with Government Capital Corporation, to be paid over three years after vendor certification.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:27 AM
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Collin County is revolutionizing the voting process with new ballot-on-demand technology that enhances voter verification and security!

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Collin County Elections Administration Approves Ballot Printing Changes with Enhanced Voter Verification
Commissioners authorize modified ballot on demand process with improved voter signature capture.
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August 26, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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Randolph County is making a significant leap in election technology with a $329,565 investment in upgraded voting equipment designed to speed up results and enhance compliance with new state rules.

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County approves $329,565 purchase of upgraded voting equipment to speed results and meet new rules
Randolph County commissioners approved a $329,565 purchase of upgraded tabulators, ballot boxes and a high-speed counter under a state contract; equipment and software changes respond to recent statutory adjustments and election needs.
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December 12, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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Harnett County is taking a bold step towards election efficiency by proposing a $83,700 ballot-on-demand printing system that could revolutionize the voting process and save money!

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Harnett County elections staff ask commissioners to consider ballot-on-demand printers to cut errors and costs
Elections Director presented a $83,700 quote for ballot-on-demand printers for five early-voting sites, saying the system could pay for itself in about a year by reducing ballot purchases and errors; the board voted to ask county commissioners to review the purchase and scheduled a vendor demonstration.
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December 3, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Churchill County is revolutionizing the voting experience with new ballot-marking devices that ensure transparency and ease for every voter!

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Clerk demonstrates Liberty Vote ballot-marking devices; clerk invites public to test machines
Clerk-Treasurer Linda Roth demonstrated the county's new Liberty Vote ballot-marking devices and ICX printers, described a voter-card workflow that prints a full-face paper ballot for review and deposit, and said instructional materials will be posted on the county website ahead of the election.
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March 8, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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Washoe County is revolutionizing its election process with cutting-edge technology and community engagement, ensuring every vote counts and every voice is heard.

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Washoe County Registrar of Voters Updates Election Operations and Integrity Measures
Registrar Andrew McDonald outlines initiatives for secure, efficient elections in Washoe County.
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September 14, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Clark County is making history with over 1 million voters and a $1.9 million investment to boost mail ballot processing for future elections!

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Clark County expands mail ballot capacity ahead of historic voter turnout
Clark County invests $1.9 million to accommodate record 1 million voters in election.
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June 2, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Nevada's Secretary of State is revolutionizing voter access to election information with new regulations that promise to make it easier than ever to stay informed!

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Secretary of State updates election website requirements for voter accessibility
New regulations mandate the Secretary of State to enhance election information access.
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May 27, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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Massachusetts just mandated new regulations for remote voting in labor representation elections—could this change the game for workers' rights?

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Lawmakers mandate remote electronic voting systems for labor representation elections
New section requires regulations for remote voting procedures in labor representation elections
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July 11, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Missoula County is revolutionizing its election process with cutting-edge software and a strengthened team, setting the stage for smoother, faster voting experiences!

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Gallatin County enhances election capacity with new software and staff boost
Gallatin County improves elections by adopting new proofing software and hiring additional staff.
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May 15, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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Ossipee is gearing up for a crucial upgrade to its voting technology with a new $8,000 VotingWorks machine that promises transparency and reliability in elections!

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Town Clerk Proposes $8,000 Approval for New VotingWorks Machines in New Hampshire
Town clerk seeks approval for new VotingWorks machines with state grant support.
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July 24, 2025 at 10:44 PM