Bill would audit Maine election results as a way to promote voter confidence

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Published
April 5, 2021

Bill would audit Maine election results as a way to promote voter confidence

The legislation is supported by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, who says Maine should join 34 other states and increase transparency in elections.
Published
April 5, 2021

Bill would allow online voter registration in Maine by 2023

Presently, Maine voters can request an application to register online but can't fully register electronically, unlike in 38 other states.
Published
March 29, 2021

Proposed ballot initiative to block non-citizens from voting falls short

The Maine Secretary of State's Office says the initiative, inspired by debate in Portland about allowing non-citizens to vote in city elections, did not have enough valid signatures.
Published
March 27, 2021

GOP lawmakers seek greater control over local elections

In addition to their nationwide efforts to restrict voting access, Republican lawmakers in some key states are seeking greater control over the local mechanics of elections, from voter registration to certifying results
Published
March 25, 2021

Georgia governor signs Republican election overhaul amid outcry

The changes to voting laws in Georgia follow record-breaking turnout that led to Democratic victories in the presidential contest and two U.S. Senate runoffs in the once reliably red state.
Published
March 9, 2021

Craig Hickman sworn in after historic win in special Senate election

Craig Hickman of Winthrop earned nearly two-thirds of the votes in the district, which encompasses southern Kennebec County. He was sworn in Wednesday morning.
Published
February 25, 2021

Secretary of State Bellows touts Maine electoral practices to congressional panel

The former Democratic state senator, testifying alongside Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams, says voting should be ‘equal and safe and secure all across the country.’
Published
February 23, 2021

Secretary of State Bellows to testify before Congress on voter rights bill Thursday

She will describe Maine’s experiences with many of the provisions that Congress is considering making mandatory nationwide.
Published
February 11, 2021

Advocates ask high court to force Portland to hold vote on clean elections

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments Thursday, after a lower court dismissed the lawsuit brought by Fair Elections Portland, which wants to create the state's first public financing option for municipal candidates.
Published
January 5, 2021

USPS delays could hit Georgia military, overseas ballots

While mail service for in-state voters has been solid, more than 18,000 international ballots could face more snags within an overwhelmed Postal Service.