Episode 585: The Electoral Count Reform Act Improves State Rules for Certifying and Protecting Presidential Elections
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The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Aug. 13, 2024
The Electoral Count Reform Act Improves State Rules for Certifying and Protecting Presidential Elections
We’re continuing our series exploring whether new rules will protect our Presidential election process from being hijacked by bad actors. The Electoral Count Reform Act added safeguards in Congress and clarified the role of the Vice President, but it also clarified procedures and deadlines for states.
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Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
Campaign Legal Center - What the Electoral Count Reform Act Means for States
Brennan Center for Justice - How Electoral Votes Are Counted for the Presidential Election
National Conference of State Legislatures - Elections Q&As for Lawmakers: What Does the Electoral Count Reform Act Mean for States?
National Conference of State Legislatures - Enactments Relating to the Electoral Count Reform Act
Democracy Docket - This November’s State Legislative Elections Are Key To Protecting the Presidential Election
Groups Taking Action:
Issue One, Public Citizen, Protect Democracy, Election Reformers Network
Check Your Voter Registration
- U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
- USA Vote Foundation – Registration, Eligibility, State Election Office Links
- Vote.Gov – Register to Vote in Your State
- Vote.Org – Check Your Registration to Vote
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