You Can Help.
Each state and each county is different in terms of how and when they finalize ballots. But in many states, campaigns, party officials, and interested voters have an opportunity to review ballot layouts before the final versions go to print. In some states, these opportunities are mandated by law; in others, they are informal, but encouraged. In all cases, an extra –and fresh — set of eyes makes it more likely mistakes are caught and corrected before ballots are printed.
If you are interested in helping with this review process, we’ve put together a ballot proofing checklist (applicable to all states) as well as state-specific ballot proofing guidance. The state-specific materials provide key details, including whether campaigns and party officials have a legal right to participate, when ballot proofing occurs, and what to do when you identify an issue. See below for state-specific materials.
