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Ballot Drop Box Security in District of Columbia Elections

New rules are being introduced for the use of ballot drop boxes in District of Columbia elections. To be legal, drop boxes must now be located inside government buildings, be under 24-hour surveillance, and have ballots collected daily after 5:00 p.m. This aims to enhance security and public confidence in the election process.
Key points
Ballot drop boxes must be located inside District of Columbia government buildings.
All drop boxes will be secured with 24-hour remote or electronic surveillance.
Ballots from drop boxes will be collected daily after 5:00 p.m. during the election period.
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Print number: 118_HR_4523
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1]
Process start date: 2023-07-10