EAC Virtual Session Tackles Voting Tech Standards
Published Date: 8/27/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission is holding a virtual meeting to discuss important voting technology guidelines. This affects election officials and tech experts who want to make voting safer and easier. The meeting is online, so no travel costs, and it’s a chance to shape future election rules quickly and clearly.
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