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In a pivotal move, the Seminole County Canvassing Board unanimously voted to reject all uncured provisional ballots, sparking debates about election integrity and voter rights.

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Canvassing board votes to reject listed uncured provisional ballots
In a unanimous voice vote the Seminole County Canvassing Board approved a motion to reject the uncured provisional ballots listed in the document, with exceptions for those cured during the meeting.
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November 7, 2026 at 8:35 AM
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The Codington County Board has officially certified the election results, but a surprising three-ballot discrepancy has sparked questions about the voting process.

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County canvass confirms election winners; auditor explains three‑ballot polling discrepancy
Codington County canvassed the Nov. 2 general election results and certified returns across federal, state and local races. Auditor Brenda Hanton explained a Sheridan Township discrepancy in which three excess ballots were removed under state rules to reconcile the poll book and ballots.
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November 7, 2026 at 10:32 PM
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The Seminole canvassing board is bracing for a potential recount that could change the outcome of a crucial race spanning multiple counties!

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Seminole canvassing board readies for potential cross-county recount; state to decide
Board members said one race spans multiple counties and that if the state orders a recount, the county will reconvene (tentatively Saturday at 9 a.m.) to rerun ballots and review over/undervotes; certification remains scheduled for Nov. 13.
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November 7, 2026 at 8:31 AM
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Council members are raising concerns about the readability of a new voting spreadsheet, pushing for clearer copies just as hybrid hearings are set for November across multiple counties.

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Council debates voting spreadsheet readability and confirms outreach for Nov. hearings
After the vote, councilors questioned a new spreadsheet used to capture corridor-wide votes and asked for copies; staff confirmed outreach to local papers and that hearings will be hybrid with open-house and hearing windows on Nov. 16–18.
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November 4, 2026 at 2:27 AM
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Duval County is taking election integrity to the next level by adopting the groundbreaking ClearBallot system for 100% post-election audits!

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Committee approves amendment to buy ClearBallot system for post‑election audits
Duval County Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland described ClearBallot's 100% audit system to the committee; members approved an amendment naming ClearBallot as the direct contract vendor and passed the bill as amended to allow purchase before year‑end.
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November 3, 2026 at 12:37 PM
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Virginia delegates are entangled in a legal maze over an old statute that could disrupt referendum timing amidst ongoing litigation.

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Delegates press legal notice and timing questions tied to Va. Code §30‑13 and 90‑day referendum rule
Members questioned whether an older statute (Va. Code §30‑13) and the constitution's 90‑day referendum prohibition would prevent notice compliance while early voting is underway; counsel confirmed the code commission recommended repeal and litigation is pending, and the patron said enabling legislation would address timing.
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October 28, 2026 at 8:49 PM
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Georgia's lawmakers are eyeing groundbreaking voting technology to ensure a smooth transition to hand-marked paper ballots by 2028—are we ready for the future of democracy?

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Georgia committee hears vendor demonstrations of VVSG 2.0 systems, printers and transparency tools
Vendors showed ballot‑on‑demand printers, tabulators and public reporting tools to a joint committee; lawmakers asked about certification timing, software updates and accessibility requirements ahead of a 2028 implementation window.
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October 15, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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Georgia's election security is at a crossroads as expert Ben Adida warns against risky last-minute software upgrades and procedural changes that could jeopardize ballot secrecy.

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Expert: DVS-order flaw real but existing state mitigations reduce risk; board cautioned against last-minute fixes
Ben Adida of VotingWorks told the Georgia State Election Board that the DVS-order vulnerability is real but largely mitigated by the state's redaction steps and log restrictions; he recommended against a statewide software upgrade two weeks before the election and against a last-minute ballot-shuffling procedure.
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October 2, 2026 at 2:37 AM
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Community voices rise in Mississippi as speakers demand transparency in redistricting maps, urging lawmakers to release crucial demographic data before any final votes.

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Speakers ask redistricting committee to publish maps and underlying data before any vote
Multiple commenters at the Hattiesburg hearing asked that any proposed maps be released publicly along with population and demographic data, and that the public be given time to review and comment before decisions are made.
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September 26, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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The Seminole County canvassing board is diving into a crucial signature-verification audit after receiving a staggering 912 mail-in ballots, ensuring every vote counts!

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Seminole County canvassing board begins signature‑verification audit after receiving 912 mail ballots
Board staff began a signature‑verification audit on election night after bringing in 912 mail‑in ballots received since the break; staff explained the process for duplicates, voter‑intent determinations and deadline rules.
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August 19, 2026 at 10:36 PM
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City officials are taking action after discovering duplicate absentee ballot labels that affected nearly 400 voters ahead of the November election.

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City reports duplicate absentee-label incidents; council reviews fixes ahead of November
City attorney and clerk told the council about duplicate absentee-ballot label incidents in March (152 affected) and June/early July (244 identified) and described new multi-step reprint controls and tracking to prevent future inadvertent duplicate mailings; the Wisconsin Elections Commission has opened an administrative inquiry.
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August 19, 2026 at 8:05 PM
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Seminole County has mailed out over 40,000 vote-by-mail ballots, but nearly 400 have already been returned undeliverable—what does this mean for the upcoming election?

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Supervisor reports 40,508 mail ballots mailed; 12,266 returned as of Aug. 10
Seminole County election staff told the canvassing board that 40,508 vote-by-mail ballots were mailed to county residents and 12,266 had been returned; staff also reported 394 undeliverable mailings and described the audit batches.
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August 14, 2026 at 5:48 AM
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After a machine error cut critical markings on ballots, Seminole County's canvassing board took swift action, duplicating 216 votes to ensure every voice is heard!

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Canvassing board accepts 216 duplicated ballots after machine slicer damaged markings
Seminole County canvassing board reviewed and accepted duplicated ballots after staff reported an OPEX opening machine sliced end markings on dozens of ballots; staff duplicated 216 affected ballots for board review and processing.
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August 14, 2026 at 5:47 AM
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A new bill aims to make criminal sentencing more transparent by including essential information about voting rights, potentially changing the way defendants understand their future.

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Committee advances bill requiring voting-rights notice on sentencing score sheets
SB 748 would place constitutional wording about loss and restoration of voting rights on sentencing score sheets and require defendants receive a copy before sentencing; sponsors described the change as transparency and said it does not alter eligibility.
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January 27, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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Florida's House has just approved a game-changing bill aimed at revolutionizing election recount procedures—will it enhance trust in our democracy or create new challenges?

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Florida House approves HB 1381 for election recount procedures
House legislation mandates procedures for recounting touchscreen ballot election results.
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March 30, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Polk County supervisors have revamped their rules of order, but a heated debate over vote transparency for citizen committee members revealed deeper tensions in governance.

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Polk County board approves updated rules of order after rejecting amendment to remove committee vote tally requirement
Supervisors adopted Resolution 2026 amending county rules of order but rejected an amendment that would have struck a clause about listing committee vote tallies; corporation counsel clarified statute on citizen members' voting rights during debate.
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May 25, 2026 at 8:49 AM
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Dane County is set to revolutionize local government meetings with a new voting system that enhances transparency and flexibility in recording votes and attendance.

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New Voting System Streamlines Attendance and Motion Text Management for Board Meetings
The updated system enhances vote options, attendance statuses, and motion text customization.
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July 25, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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The Higher Electoral Commission nullified Bou Achra's mayoral election results over a minor error, despite the winners’ leads. A court has mandated new elections, sparking community debate and anticipated legal challenges. #LebanonElectionsn#ElectionIntegrityt#VotingTransparencycy
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May 10, 2025 at 3:45 AM
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The Connecticut Judiciary Committee is gearing up for a pivotal week filled with crucial votes on key house bills that could reshape legislation on hate crimes, healthcare, and more!

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Legislators prepare for next week's voting sessions on key house bills
Members confirm schedules and finalize votes on multiple house bills for the upcoming week.
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April 5, 2025 at 2:27 AM
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In a tumultuous session, Connecticut lawmakers faced voting challenges and a string of defeats for key education bills, revealing deep divisions within the committee.

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Legislators discuss multiple bills during voting confusion
Members address voting process and discuss outcomes of various bills during a meeting.
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March 25, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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Rankin County is racing against time to secure new voting equipment, aiming for a seamless March primary amidst critical security concerns and vendor negotiations.

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Rankin County narrows voting-equipment debate, moves to secure vendor ahead of March primary
After a months-long RFP review, supervisors discussed security, certification and unit counts for two vendors and voted to select Park (Park Intercivic) to expedite pricing and delivery; staff emphasized the need for equipment on site by year-end to allow training for a March federal primary.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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In a stunning legislative twist, Senate Bill 1071 was rejected in Idaho's House, leaving its future uncertain and raising questions about bipartisan support.

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Senate Bill 1071 fails to pass House amid member voting confusion
Senate Bill 1071 fails to secure a majority vote in the House.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:55 AM
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A passionate resident has exposed alarming security flaws in Sweetwater County's voting system, calling for an urgent switch to hand-counted paper ballots to ensure election integrity.

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Local elections debate heats up as resident urges removal of ES&S machines and adoption of hand‑counted paper ballots
A resident presenter told the Sweetwater County commissioners the county's ES&S EBS 6.0.6.0 voting system includes uncertified components, unsupported Windows 10 devices, and missing antivirus updates, and urged immediate removal in favor of hand-counted paper ballots; commissioners asked clerks for data and raised human‑error and logistics concerns.
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July 10, 2026 at 6:41 AM