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March 12, 2025: 11:00 p.m.:
March 12, 2025: Election Reform Highlights
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The Wisconsin appeals court overturned a prior ruling that allowed absentee ballots to be emailed to disabled voters, reinstating restrictions that limit emailed ballots to military and overseas voters.
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The League of Women Voters of Arkansas proposed a constitutional amendment to simplify the state’s ballot initiative process, aiming to counteract legislative measures that have made grassroots initiatives more challenging.
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In Tennessee, new legislation was enacted making it a felony for local lawmakers to support “sanctuary city” policies, raising concerns about potential infringements on democratic principles and free speech.
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A Republican judge in North Carolina, who lost a Supreme Court election by a narrow margin, is contesting the results, alleging voter fraud and raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
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In Wisconsin, a Supreme Court debate highlighted issues such as abortion rights and the influence of billionaire donors, underscoring the court’s pivotal role in shaping state policies on voting rules and redistricting.
