Georgia Seeks $150 Million for New Voting Machines

Georgia’s new Secretary of State is asking the legislature for $150 million to purchase a new statewide voting system – over the objections of some who claim a cheaper and more secure system is available. Technology aside, it’ll be interesting to see how – and where from – lawmakers find the money needed to make the change.

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And Then There Were 26: Michigan Joins ERIC

Michigan’s new Secretary of State announced yesterday that the state will become the 26th member of the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC). The announcement means that a majority of states and D.C. will now be members – dramatic growth for ERIC in the first six-plus years since its founding.

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