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Wisconsin Elections Commission Sued Over Unclear Absentee Ballot Guidance
On Tuesday, Sept. 27, Rise Inc. and a voter filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) seeking clarification about what qualifies as a complete absentee ballot witness certificate address.
Judge Lets Nevada Ballot Counting Procedures Remain in Place
On Tuesday, Sept. 27, a Nevada state court declined to temporarily block guidance on ballot counting that was recently adopted in the state.
What Happened in the U.S. Senate Committee Markup on Electoral Count Act Reform
The U.S. Senate Committee on Rules and Administration held a markup on S. 4573, a bill to reform the Electoral Count Act. Watch the hearing and find the live play-by-play here.
Friend or Foe: Analyzing Amicus Briefs in Alabama’s SCOTUS Case
Amicus curiae translates to “friend of the court.” After reviewing all 36 amicus briefs submitted in Merrill v. Milligan, we’re highlighting just a handful of the most insightful, provocative or compelling briefs.
Friend or Foe: Analyzing Amicus Briefs in Alabama’s SCOTUS Case
Amicus curiae translates to “friend of the court.” After reviewing all 36 amicus briefs submitted in Merrill v. Milligan, we’re highlighting just a handful of the most insightful, provocative or compelling briefs.
Pennsylvania Cure Procedures Challenge
Lawsuit filed by the Republican National Committee and others challenging the authority of the county boards of elections to develop…
Montana Voter Suppression Bills (MDP)
Lawsuit challenging four Montana voter suppression laws.
Alabama Congressional Redistricting Challenge (SCOTUS)
Lawsuit currently pending before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding Alabama’s congressional map drawn with 2020 census data.
North Carolina Congressional Redistricting Challenge (SCOTUS)
Lawsuit pending before the U.S. Supreme Court on whether North Carolina state courts are permitted to review federal election regulations…
Arizona S.B. 1260 Challenge
Lawsuit filed on behalf of the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans, Voto Latino and Priorities USA against Arizona elections officials…
Wisconsin Voter Assistance Limitations Challenge
Lawsuit challenging the WEC's new guidance that absentee ballots must be physically returned by the voter who filled them out…