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Maryland's Senate Bill 93 could revolutionize voter participation by ensuring eligible voters receive timely notifications about mail-in voting options—are we ready for a more engaged electorate?

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Local Boards to Notify Voters about Absentee Ballot Applications Before Elections
Senate Bill 93 mandates local boards to inform eligible voters about mail-in voting options.
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March 16, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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North Dakota lawmakers are pushing a bold bill that could close schools on election days, aiming to enhance voter participation while stirring up debate among parents and educators.

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North Dakota lawmakers propose bill to close schools on election days with polling use
Lawmakers amend code to mandate school holidays on days schools serve as polling places.
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February 1, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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The Ohio Senate just advanced a bill that could disenfranchise thousands of voters by eliminating the grace period for mail-in ballots, sparking fierce opposition from voting-rights advocates.

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Senate committee advances bill to eliminate post‑election mail‑in ballot grace period over voting‑rights objections
After extensive opposition testimony from voting‑rights groups and local election officials, the Senate General Government Committee voted 4–2 to report Senate Bill 293 to Rules and Reference. Opponents said the bill would discard thousands of lawfully mailed ballots that arrived in the four‑day window used in recent elections.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Hunt County officials are racing against the clock to tackle voter registration and polling challenges, with one precinct bursting at the seams with over 9,000 registered voters!

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Caddo officials face challenges in redistricting amid polling place shortages
Caddo officials plan redistricting while struggling to secure adequate polling locations.
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July 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Los Angeles council members are debating the future of voting, pushing for electronic systems that ensure a reliable paper backup amidst security concerns and new registration laws.

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Council debate urges paper backup as electronic voting systems considered
Los Angeles City Council members debated touchscreen and electronic voting systems, with multiple members urging any system include a tangible paper ballot for hand recounts; county election officials warned that a new state 15‑day registration rule will increase provisional ballots.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Non-resident voters in Colorado can now conveniently receive mail ballots at polling sites for statewide elections—an exciting change in the voting landscape!

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Senate Bill 25-001 allows mail ballots for non-resident voters at polling locations
Non-resident voters can now receive mail ballots for statewide elections at polling sites.
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May 4, 2025 at 6:19 AM
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Major changes are on the horizon for Dickinson County as officials propose merging voting locations to streamline the process and enhance community engagement.

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Voting Consolidation Proposed for Grant and Newborn Townships in Enterprise
Officials plan to merge voting locations for Grant and Newborn Townships into Enterprise.
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August 14, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Oregon is poised to revolutionize voter registration with a new bill that automatically registers eligible voters, aiming to boost participation and reshape the state's electoral landscape.

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Oregon enacts electronic voter registration procedures effective January 2028
Oregon's new electronic registration law simplifies voter signup and enhances verification methods.
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March 1, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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Utah's H.B. 300 is shaking up election laws with strict new rules for mail-in ballots that could change the way you vote forever!

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Legislature enacts ballot return rules for remote voting authenticity
New rules require verification for mail-in ballots to ensure voting integrity.
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February 25, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Minnesota is taking a major step to eliminate voter confusion by mandating clear signage and timely notifications for polling place changes!

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Minnesota Senate supports bill for clear polling place notifications to voters
Senate file 2846 mandates signage for polling place changes to enhance voter awareness.
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March 28, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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Alabama's House Bill 60 could be a game-changer for voting rights, aiming to eliminate disparities and ensure equitable access for minority groups.

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HB60 targets disparities in voting access for protected classes in elections
HB60 prohibits practices causing disparities in electoral participation for protected classes.
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February 2, 2025 at 6:42 AM
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Denton County residents are divided over the proposal for election day voting centers, with passionate voices urging change for greater accessibility while others defend the current system’s integrity.

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Denton County Commissioners Hear Calls for Election Day Voting Centers
Residents advocate for countywide voting centers to improve access during election days.
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July 29, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Georgia's Senate is at a crossroads as proposed voting changes promise simplicity but face fierce opposition over potential financial burdens that could limit access for voters.

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ACLU Georgia criticizes SB 214 for financial burdens on voting system changes
Rachel Lastinger urges caution over SB 214's voting changes due to fiscal concerns.
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March 27, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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The Rockingham County Board of Elections just made a major move by relocating the New Bethel polling site to ensure safe and accessible voting for all!

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Rockingham County Board relocates New Bethel polling location to Bethany Elementary School
Board approves moving New Bethel voting site to Bethany Elementary after church withdrawal.
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March 19, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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In a pivotal meeting, Scott County Commissioners discuss revolutionary changes to absentee voting that could ease election stress and enhance voter participation.

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City Clerk proposes streamlined absentee voting process to reduce overtime stress
Clerk suggests shortening absentee voting to ease workload and improve efficiency for elections.
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July 8, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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Denton County election workers are calling for voting centers to combat voter confusion and improve access, but will their plea for change be heard?

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Denton County Election Workers Advocate for Countywide Voting Centers
Election judges highlight voter confusion and push for adoption of voting centers in Denton.
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July 20, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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Buncombe County's elections board just approved a game-changing early voting plan, adding a new site to meet the needs of a growing population!

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Buncombe County elections board approves 10-site early voting plan, adds Upper Hominy as 11th site
The Buncombe County Board of Elections voted unanimously Oct. 14 to adopt a staff-recommended early voting plan for the primary, selecting the North Asheville Library over a UNC Asheville site, keeping South Buncombe Library, approving weekday and weekend hours and adding Upper Hominy as an 11th site to cover population growth in western precincts.
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October 15, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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Mississippi's Senate Bill 2066 could revolutionize voter registration by introducing online options and pre-election day voting, igniting a fierce debate over accessibility versus security.

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Senate Bill 2066 authorizes online voter registration and eases application process
Senate Bill 2066 enhances voter registration accessibility through online applications and assistance provisions.
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February 1, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Massachusetts Senator Rebecca L. Rausch is pushing for a game-changing bill that would reimburse early voting expenses, making democracy more accessible for all!

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Senator Rausch proposes early voting cost reimbursement legislation in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Senator Rebecca L. Rausch files bill for early voting expense reimbursements.
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June 15, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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California is taking bold steps to enhance voter access and education with two groundbreaking bills aimed at dismantling barriers for marginalized communities.

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California Assembly Introduces AB 12 49 to Expand Early Voting Access Statewide
AB 12 49 mandates early voting locations and streamlines vote by mail in non-VCA counties.
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July 16, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Delaware residents are rallying for change as Senate Bill 3 aims to make absentee voting accessible for all, highlighting personal struggles that demand urgent reform.

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Advocates urge Delaware Senate to approve Bill 3 for absentee voting access
Residents testify in support of Senate Bill 3 to enhance absentee ballot accessibility.
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March 27, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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DeKalb County is stepping up its election game by approving early voting locations and joining a vital partnership to enhance voting accessibility!

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County Board Approves Early Voting Locations and Joins Election Partnership
Board votes to approve early voting sites and joins the Partnership for Large Election Jurisdictions.
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August 15, 2025 at 7:20 PM