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The Erie County Board of Elections is weighing the pros and cons of cutting-edge smart mail-ballot drop boxes, amidst rising concerns over security and privacy.

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Board debates Sentinel smart ballot drop boxes, votes to table purchase
The Erie County Board of Elections discussed proposed Sentinel smart ballot drop boxes, raising security, privacy and cost concerns, and voted to table the purchase pending more information and comparative options.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:42 AM
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Plaistow's selectmen tackle pressing issues like public safety staffing and a $21K investment in new voting machines that promise to transform election accessibility!

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Selectmen approve $21K purchase of new voting machines for town elections
Selectmen agree to purchase three VotingWorks machines to enhance election accessibility.
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May 21, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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Georgia's Senate Committee on Finance is calling for a return to hand-marked paper ballots, labeling current voting machines "a nightmare" and igniting a crucial debate on election integrity.

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Advocate calls for hand marked paper ballots as reliable voting solution
Advocate emphasizes hand marked paper ballots as cost-effective and reliable voting method.
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March 27, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Connecticut's early voting is about to get a high-tech makeover with new tabulators that promise a smoother experience for voters!

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Thomas says new tabulators will change early-voting experience; explains hours
Secretary Thomas described new voting equipment that changes the look of early voting and outlined early in-person voting hours (Oct. 19–Nov. 1, generally 10 a.m.–6 p.m., with extended hours on two days).
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September 14, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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The Senate Appropriations Committee just advanced five crucial measures, including a ban on electroshock gloves and new voting protections, setting the stage for impactful changes ahead!

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Senate Appropriations Committee advances five measures, records final votes and adjourns
At its hearing, the Senate Appropriations Committee considered five items — AB 28,727; AB 282; AB 817; AB 27 60; and AB 25 97 — and moved each to the Senate floor after discussion, roll calls and votes recorded in the hearing transcript.
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August 28, 2026 at 2:29 AM
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Voters in Maryland are raising alarms over ballot-marking devices that failed to display candidates' names and required multiple resets—how many were affected?

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Delegates press board over reports of ballot‑marking device errors and missing names
Delegates told the Board of Elections they received reports of devices requiring multiple resets and at least one candidate missing from a voter's ballot; the board called the incident "isolated" but could not fully explain what happened at specific polling places.
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August 6, 2026 at 9:27 PM
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Cowlitz County is facing low voter turnout and technical hiccups with a new ballot box that’s meant to streamline the election process.

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Auditor: turnout low so far; pilot ballot box has technical issues and is grant‑funded
Cowlitz County's auditor reported about 17% turnout to date and described problems with a grant‑funded pilot ballot box (envelope‑size and sensor issues); the box cost is cited at $12,500 and the vendor is working to resolve issues.
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August 4, 2026 at 5:16 AM
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Connecticut's House Bill 7129 could revolutionize local elections by directly equipping towns with essential voting technology, ensuring every community can vote with confidence.

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Connecticut Secretary of State allows transfer of voting tabulators to municipalities
Connecticut's new bill enables Secretary of State to transfer voting equipment to towns.
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February 28, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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The Madison County Election Commission is gearing up for a smooth November special election, with new technology and training on the agenda!

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Commission Approves Mister Smith's Pay Sheet Ahead of November Special Election
Commission approves pay sheet and discusses training logistics for upcoming special election.
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September 9, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Nevada Joins the Blockchain Revolution for Election Integrity
The question of election integrity is a heated topic in the USA.
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December 29, 2024 at 7:06 AM
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Wyoming's county clerks are at the forefront of safeguarding election integrity, addressing critical concerns about voting machine reliability and the need for rigorous auditing processes.

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Wyoming clerks discuss election integrity and auditing amid vote count concerns
Clerks emphasize testing and auditing improvements following statewide election discrepancies.
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May 12, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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Election integrity is under fire in Wyoming as a committee reveals shocking vote discrepancies, including a malfunctioning machine that flipped 62 votes!

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Dr Aguilar urges action on election integrity concerns in Weston County
Dr Aguilar addresses voting irregularities and advocates for timely legislative measures.
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February 8, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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Wyoming's election integrity hangs in the balance as lawmakers clash over the controversial House Bill 215, with calls for hand counting versus faith in electronic voting.

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Weston County representatives clash over election integrity amid House Bill 215 debate
Alan Slagle supports HB 215 citing machine vulnerabilities; Gail Simmons defends electronic voting accuracy.
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February 1, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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Mason County is stepping up its election security with cutting-edge EzyVote sensors for ballot drop boxes, ensuring your vote is protected like never before!

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County Officials Approve Lease For New EzyVote Sensors In Ballot Drop Boxes
Officials plan to enhance election security with updated EzyVote sensors for drop boxes.
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August 6, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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The League of Women Voters Colorado is pushing for new legislation that could revolutionize voting in municipalities by introducing multiwinner proportional ranked voting!

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League task force pushes for enabling legislation to let Colorado cities run proportional ranked voting
At an October meeting, the League of Women Voters Colorado alternative voting task force resolved to ask the LeagueCO's elections team to pursue enabling legislation so municipalities can use proportional ranked voting; task force members cited software certification, auditing and coordination across counties as key a
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October 29, 2025 at 5:17 AM
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The Appropriations Committee has approved funding for new voter tabulation machines, but concerns loom over the timing just months before the election.

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Committee approves leasing funds for new tabulation machines despite timing concerns
The Appropriations Committee approved funding to lease new voter tabulation machines after debate about timing for deployment ahead of the November election; the Secretary of State's office said an RFP was issued and machines could be delivered by July for training; the motion passed 7–4.
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April 1, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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The Michigan State Board of Canvassers has approved key hardware updates to Dominion voting systems, ensuring the integrity of vote counting remains intact.

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State Board approves three de minimis hardware additions for Dominion voting systems
On Sept. 19, 2025 the Michigan State Board of Canvassers approved three de minimis modifications adding the Dell Pro Max Slim XE computer to multiple Dominion configurations after staff said testing showed no effect on vote counts.
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February 25, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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The State Election Commission is urgently requesting $21.1 million to tackle critical funding gaps and address alarming risks with election equipment ahead of the upcoming elections.

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State Election Commission Seeks $21.1M to Retire Scanner Loan and Flags E‑poll Book Risks
Interim Election Commission Director Jenny Wooten asked the legislature for $21,100,000 nonrecurring to pay off a scanner lease and described additional requests: $1.5M recurring for county reimbursements, up to $18M to replace e‑poll books, and smaller nonrecurring items. She also warned about Wi‑Fi related data‑transmission problems that required manual uploads during a municipal election.
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February 26, 2026 at 10:17 AM
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Voting machines in Williamson County malfunctioned at an alarming rate, impacting 30% of ballots and raising serious questions about election integrity.

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Voting issues reported in Williamson County amid high turnout and malfunctioning ballot machines
Williamson County experiences significant problems with 30% of ballot marking devices during voting.
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February 4, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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A fierce debate ignited in Nye County over the future of Pahrump's billboards, as commissioners grappled with the balance between tourism appeal and regulatory compliance.

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Pahrump officials debate billboard regulations amid tourism concerns
Commissioners discuss the future of billboards in Pahrump and compliance with local rules.
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May 22, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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In Newton City, officials are tackling the delicate balance between innovative voting technology and the vital need for public trust in democracy.

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Experts Discuss Technology's Role in Securing Voting Processes and Enhancing Voter Trust
Panelists explore digital voting, security challenges, and fostering public trust in elections.
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July 25, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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Over 188,000 ballots were cast in the 2025 special election, showcasing a significant shift towards vote-by-mail and highlighting new security and automation advances.

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Registrar reports 188,443 ballots cast in 2025 special election; office highlights security and automation gains
Registrar of Voters reported 188,443 ballots cast (46.6% turnout) in the 2025 special statewide election, noted vote‑by‑mail remains dominant (161,144 ballots), documented a short camera lapse at two drop boxes, and said automation (duplicate‑ballot software, automated signature verification) reduced staff workload for future elections.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Albemarle County's election staff are tackling tabulator failures and preparing for early voting, but a crucial software update may delay improvements until next year.

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Board reviews tabulator failures, loaner machines and early‑voting prep; equipment patch delayed until next year
The board heard that several DS300 tabulators experienced timing-related failures in April; the vendor supplied loaner machines, a suspected software timing fix is being tested but statewide rollout may not occur until next year, and staff outlined early‑voting training and testing calendars.
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June 12, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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The Albemarle County Electoral Board is gearing up for a pivotal special election on April 21, tackling voting machine issues and ensuring smooth operations for thousands of voters.

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Albemarle County electoral board approves April 21 ballot order, readies testing and staffing for special election
The Albemarle County Electoral Board on Feb. 19 approved the ballot order and finalized testing, training and logistics for an April 21 special election on a constitutional amendment, reviewed recurring DS300 voting-machine errors and authorized a closed session on staffing and contracts.
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February 20, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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Merrimack's Town Council just approved cutting-edge ballot counting machines to ensure a smoother and more secure voting experience in the upcoming election!

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Meramec Town Council approves ImageCast voting machines for upcoming election
Town Council certifies ImageCast machines for April election after successful testing.
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April 12, 2025 at 5:08 PM