AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoElection Integrity in the Courts (US): The Missouri Supreme Court heard arguments that could decide whether voters can challenge a new congressional map and whether a ballot measure limiting lawmakers’ ability to change voter-approved initiatives can go forward. Voter Access & Ballot Rules (US): Michigan urged the U.S. Supreme Court to stay out of a fight over whether a voter ID and proof-of-citizenship amendment qualifies for the ballot, after state canvassers deadlocked. Mail Voting Under Pressure (US): Washington officials warned USPS policy changes could increase late postmark rejections, while Nevada elections officials pointed to a whistleblower’s claims about a USPS mail-in ballot portal. Voter Roll Scrutiny (US): A lawsuit challenges DHS/DOJ efforts to match state voter rolls with federal databases over alleged noncitizens, and Maricopa County voters reported “address validity” letters that could confuse eligibility. Local Election Fallout (Texas): Bastrop voted to cover Flock license-plate cameras and reconsider its contract amid public trust concerns. Procurement Rules (Philippines): The Senate passed a bill barring relatives of public officials from government contracting to reduce corruption risks. Union Votes (US): Nurses at SSM Health Dean and clinicians at Banner Health voted to form unions, and Denver library workers overwhelmingly backed union representation.
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