Public Input Sought to Bolster Fair Election Audits Nationwide

2026-06181 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission is holding its 2026 Standards Board Annual Meeting on April 16-17 in Chicago, open to the public with required registration by April 10. This meeting affects state and local election officials who help shape election rules and programs. Attendees and commenters can share their thoughts before the meeting, keeping election processes transparent and up-to-date without any new costs.

2026-06180 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission is holding its 2026 Local Leadership Council annual meeting on April 14-15 in Chicago. Election officials and experts from all 50 states will gather to discuss important updates and plans for local elections. If you want to join or share your thoughts, register by April 10 and send comments at least a day before the meeting—no cost impact, just big election talk!

2026-04539 — Technical Guidelines Development Committee (TGDC) Notice of Vacancy

The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) are looking to fill two open spots on the Technical Guidelines Development Committee (TGDC). These spots need experts who know a lot about voting systems and equipment. If you’re interested, act soon—this is your chance to help shape how voting technology works, with no money changes involved.

2026-03765 — Request for Comment: Election Audit Standards; Correction

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission fixed a broken link in their February 23 notice about new voluntary election audit standards. Election officials and the public can now easily find the draft standards and send in their comments. This correction helps everyone stay on track with the review process—no extra costs or delays expected!

2026-01967 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission is holding a public meeting on February 18, 2026, to talk about election audit standards and how audits can build trust in elections. Election officials, audit experts, and the public are invited to join in person or online, with written comments due a day before. This meeting helps shape how states check election results, but it won’t cost extra money or change deadlines.

2026-00303 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals; 2026 Election Administration and Voting Survey

The Election Assistance Commission is planning a big 2026 survey to learn how elections are run across the country. Election officials will answer questions about voting methods, technology, and policies to help improve future elections. They’re asking for public feedback by March 16, 2026, to make sure the survey is clear and not too much work.

Previous: 2026-03582 — Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, S/V KISMET

The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for public comments on whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V KISMET should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastal trade. This decision could affect U.S. boat builders and businesses using American-made vessels. Comments are open until March 25, 2026, so speak up if you have thoughts on this!

Next: 2026-03584 — Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program

The FCC and USAC are teaming up with Michigan’s Health and Human Services to double-check who qualifies for Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which help low-income folks get discounted internet and phone service. This new computer matching program starts March 26, 2026, runs for 18 months, and aims to keep benefits fair and accurate. If you’re involved, now’s the time to speak up before the March 26 comment deadline!