Election Commission to Chat Voting Tech on Feb 19
Published Date: 2/3/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission is holding a public meeting on February 19, 2025, to share updates on election technology and field services. Election officials, tech vendors, and the public can join in person or online, with chances to ask questions beforehand. This open meeting helps keep election tools safe and reliable, with no new costs announced.
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