The Georgia State Election Board is considering rule changes that would require election board members to perform a “reasonable inquiry” before certifying election results. This comes after a Republican member of the Fulton election board refused to certify the presidential primary earlier this year. The proposed rule change is intended to ensure that all votes are counted accurately and to prevent delays or disputes in the election process.
The board is also considering other rule changes, including requiring poll workers to hand-count the number of ballots cast after polls close and requiring counties to publish reports showing and explaining any vote-counting discrepancies on their websites. These changes are meant to increase transparency and accuracy in the election process.
Some board members expressed concerns about the proposed rules, arguing that they could delay election results and create unnecessary constraints on election board members. However, others emphasized the importance of ensuring that every vote is counted correctly and that election results are certified in a timely and accurate manner.
The State Election Board is expected to finalize the rule changes in the coming weeks after a public comment period. These changes could impact the upcoming November election in Georgia.
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